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Sun Times in Star Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Star Valley?
Sunrise in Star Valley on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Star Valley?
Sunset in Star Valley on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:48 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Star Valley?
Morning golden hour in Star Valley ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:14 PM.
How long is the day in Star Valley?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Star Valley there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Star Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Star Valley at 12:24 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Star Valley?
In Star Valley, sunset is at 6:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:14 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Star Valley?
Twilight in Star Valley lasts approximately 86 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 Star Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Star Valley in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 7 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Star Valley?
The latest sunset in Star Valley in 2026 is at 7:41 PM on June 27 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Star Valley?
After sunset at 6:48 PM in Star Valley, civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:14 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Star Valley 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 Star Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Star Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 08m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 6:35 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 57m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 26m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 13m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 26m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:30 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 53m |