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Sun Times in Truth or Consequences
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Truth or Consequences?
Sunrise in Truth or Consequences on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Truth or Consequences?
Sunset in Truth or Consequences on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Truth or Consequences?
Morning golden hour in Truth or Consequences ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Truth or Consequences?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Truth or Consequences there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Truth or Consequences?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Truth or Consequences at 1:13 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Truth or Consequences?
In Truth or Consequences, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Truth or Consequences?
Twilight in Truth or Consequences lasts approximately 90 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 Truth or Consequences?
The earliest sunrise in Truth or Consequences in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on June 6 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Truth or Consequences?
The latest sunset in Truth or Consequences in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on June 27 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Truth or Consequences?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Truth or Consequences, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Truth or Consequences 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 Truth or Consequences
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Truth or Consequences on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 20m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 08m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 27m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 59m |