Sun Times in Saint Matthews
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Matthews?
Sunrise in Saint Matthews on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (America/Kentucky/Louisville). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Matthews?
Sunset in Saint Matthews on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:33 PM (America/Kentucky/Louisville). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Matthews?
Morning golden hour in Saint Matthews ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:57 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Matthews?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Saint Matthews there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Matthews?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Matthews at 1:46 PM (America/Kentucky/Louisville). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint Matthews?
In Saint Matthews, sunset is at 8:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:10 PM (America/Kentucky/Louisville). Civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Matthews?
Twilight in Saint Matthews lasts approximately 97 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Saint Matthews?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Matthews in 2026 is at 6:18 AM on June 9 (America/Kentucky/Louisville). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Matthews?
The latest sunset in Saint Matthews in 2026 is at 9:10 PM on June 25 (America/Kentucky/Louisville). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Matthews?
After sunset at 8:33 PM in Saint Matthews, civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:10 PM (America/Kentucky/Louisville).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Matthews shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Saint Matthews
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Matthews on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 7:53 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 15m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 9:07 PM | 14h 49m |
| July | 6:31 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 34m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 7:23 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 7:52 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 31m |
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