Sun Times in Virginia City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Virginia City?
Sunrise in Virginia City on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Virginia City?
Sunset in Virginia City on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Virginia City?
Morning golden hour in Virginia City ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Virginia City?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Virginia City there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Virginia City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Virginia City at 1:28 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Virginia City?
In Virginia City, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:59 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Virginia City?
Twilight in Virginia City 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 Virginia City?
The earliest sunrise in Virginia City in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 10 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Virginia City?
The latest sunset in Virginia City in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 20 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Virginia City?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Virginia City, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:59 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Virginia City 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 Virginia City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Virginia City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 08m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 32m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 54m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 38m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 18m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 05m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 31m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 45m |
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