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Sun Times in Ta`ū
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ta`ū?
Sunrise in Ta`ū on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Pacific/Pago_Pago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ta`ū?
Sunset in Ta`ū on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:12 PM (Pacific/Pago_Pago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ta`ū?
Morning golden hour in Ta`ū ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:44 PM.
How long is the day in Ta`ū?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Ta`ū there are 11 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ta`ū?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ta`ū at 12:19 PM (Pacific/Pago_Pago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ta`ū?
In Ta`ū, sunset is at 6:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (Pacific/Pago_Pago). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ta`ū?
Twilight in Ta`ū lasts approximately 72 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 Ta`ū?
The earliest sunrise in Ta`ū in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on November 12 (Pacific/Pago_Pago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ta`ū?
The latest sunset in Ta`ū in 2026 is at 6:54 PM on January 20 (Pacific/Pago_Pago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ta`ū?
After sunset at 6:12 PM in Ta`ū, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (Pacific/Pago_Pago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ta`ū 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 Ta`ū
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ta`ū on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 52m |
| February | 6:15 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 33m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 46m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 27m |
| June | 6:40 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 17m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 22m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 38m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 25m |
| November | 5:39 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 47m |
| December | 5:44 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 58m |