Sun Times in West Columbia
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Columbia?
Sunrise in West Columbia on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Columbia?
Sunset in West Columbia on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Columbia?
Morning golden hour in West Columbia ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in West Columbia?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in West Columbia there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Columbia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Columbia at 1:27 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Columbia?
In West Columbia, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:27 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Columbia?
Twilight in West Columbia lasts approximately 85 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 West Columbia?
The earliest sunrise in West Columbia in 2026 is at 6:22 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Columbia?
The latest sunset in West Columbia in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Columbia?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in West Columbia, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:27 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Columbia 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 West Columbia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Columbia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 11m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 37m |
| June | 6:23 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 00m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 50m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 42m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 18m |
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