Sun Times in Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Virginia?
Sunrise in Virginia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Virginia?
Sunset in Virginia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Virginia?
Morning golden hour in Virginia ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Virginia?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Virginia there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Virginia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Virginia at 1:13 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Virginia?
In Virginia, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:12 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Virginia?
Twilight in Virginia lasts approximately 119 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?
The earliest sunrise in Virginia in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Virginia?
The latest sunset in Virginia in 2026 is at 9:11 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Virginia?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Virginia, civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:12 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Virginia 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
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Virginia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 53m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 08m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 35m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 19m |
| December | 7:51 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 28m |
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