Sun Times in West Hattiesburg
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Hattiesburg?
Sunrise in West Hattiesburg on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Hattiesburg?
Sunset in West Hattiesburg on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:25 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Hattiesburg?
Morning golden hour in West Hattiesburg ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:53 PM.
How long is the day in West Hattiesburg?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in West Hattiesburg there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Hattiesburg?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Hattiesburg at 12:58 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 Hattiesburg?
In West Hattiesburg, sunset is at 7:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:50 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Hattiesburg?
Twilight in West Hattiesburg lasts approximately 84 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 Hattiesburg?
The earliest sunrise in West Hattiesburg in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Hattiesburg?
The latest sunset in West Hattiesburg in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Hattiesburg?
After sunset at 7:25 PM in West Hattiesburg, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:50 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Hattiesburg on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:56 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 21m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 45m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 11m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 6:48 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 08m |
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