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Sun Times in Watonga
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Watonga?
Sunrise in Watonga on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Watonga?
Sunset in Watonga on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:21 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Watonga?
Morning golden hour in Watonga ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:47 PM.
How long is the day in Watonga?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Watonga there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Watonga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Watonga at 1:37 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Watonga?
In Watonga, sunset is at 8:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Watonga?
Twilight in Watonga lasts approximately 93 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 Watonga?
The earliest sunrise in Watonga in 2026 is at 6:16 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Watonga?
The latest sunset in Watonga in 2026 is at 8:54 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Watonga?
After sunset at 8:21 PM in Watonga, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Watonga 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 Watonga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Watonga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:43 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 00m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 21m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 7:16 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:40 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 7:09 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 16m |
| December | 7:36 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 45m |