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Sun Times in Smokey Point
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Smokey Point?
Sunrise in Smokey Point on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Smokey Point?
Sunset in Smokey Point on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Smokey Point?
Morning golden hour in Smokey Point ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Smokey Point?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Smokey Point there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Smokey Point?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Smokey Point at 1:09 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Smokey Point?
In Smokey Point, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:52 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Smokey Point?
Twilight in Smokey Point lasts approximately 115 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 Smokey Point?
The earliest sunrise in Smokey Point in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on June 14 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Smokey Point?
The latest sunset in Smokey Point in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Smokey Point?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Smokey Point, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:52 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Smokey Point 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 Smokey Point
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Smokey Point on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:54 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 49m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 13m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 03m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 40m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 18m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 14m |
| December | 7:52 AM | 4:15 PM | 8h 23m |