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Sun Times in Schertz
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Schertz?
Sunrise in Schertz on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Schertz?
Sunset in Schertz on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Schertz?
Morning golden hour in Schertz ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Schertz?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Schertz there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Schertz?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Schertz at 1:37 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Schertz?
In Schertz, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Schertz?
Twilight in Schertz lasts approximately 85 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 Schertz?
The earliest sunrise in Schertz in 2026 is at 6:32 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Schertz?
The latest sunset in Schertz in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Schertz?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Schertz, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Schertz 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 Schertz
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Schertz on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 8:00 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:32 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 16m |