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Sun Times in Townshend
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Townshend?
Sunrise in Townshend on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Townshend?
Sunset in Townshend on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Townshend?
Morning golden hour in Townshend ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Townshend?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Townshend there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Townshend?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Townshend at 12:54 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Townshend?
In Townshend, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Townshend?
Twilight in Townshend lasts approximately 108 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 Townshend?
The earliest sunrise in Townshend in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Townshend?
The latest sunset in Townshend in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Townshend?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in Townshend, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Townshend 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 Townshend
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Townshend on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:16 PM | 9h 01m |