Sun Times in Tri-Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tri-Cities?
Sunrise in Tri-Cities on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tri-Cities?
Sunset in Tri-Cities on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:31 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tri-Cities?
Morning golden hour in Tri-Cities ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Tri-Cities?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Tri-Cities there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tri-Cities?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tri-Cities at 12:56 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 Tri-Cities?
In Tri-Cities, sunset is at 7:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tri-Cities?
Twilight in Tri-Cities lasts approximately 107 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 Tri-Cities?
The earliest sunrise in Tri-Cities in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on June 10 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tri-Cities?
The latest sunset in Tri-Cities in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on June 20 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tri-Cities?
After sunset at 7:31 PM in Tri-Cities, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tri-Cities 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 Tri-Cities
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tri-Cities on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 02m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 8:23 PM | 15h 00m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 46m |
| July | 5:20 AM | 8:45 PM | 15h 25m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 10m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 26m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 38m |
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