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Sun Times in West Hammond
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Hammond?
Sunrise in West Hammond on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Hammond?
Sunset in West Hammond on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Hammond?
Morning golden hour in West Hammond ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in West Hammond?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in West Hammond there are 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Hammond?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Hammond at 1:16 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Hammond?
In West Hammond, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:36 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Hammond?
Twilight in West Hammond lasts approximately 95 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 Hammond?
The earliest sunrise in West Hammond in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on June 11 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Hammond?
The latest sunset in West Hammond in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 27 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Hammond?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in West Hammond, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:36 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Hammond 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 Hammond
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Hammond on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 40m |