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Sun Times in South Jacksonville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Jacksonville?
Sunrise in South Jacksonville on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Jacksonville?
Sunset in South Jacksonville on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Jacksonville?
Morning golden hour in South Jacksonville ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in South Jacksonville?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in South Jacksonville there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Jacksonville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Jacksonville at 1:05 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in South Jacksonville?
In South Jacksonville, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Jacksonville?
Twilight in South Jacksonville lasts approximately 101 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 South Jacksonville?
The earliest sunrise in South Jacksonville in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Jacksonville?
The latest sunset in South Jacksonville in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Jacksonville?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in South Jacksonville, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Jacksonville 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 South Jacksonville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Jacksonville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:45 PM | 10h 00m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 23m |