Sun Times in White Sands
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in White Sands?
Sunrise in White Sands on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in White Sands?
Sunset in White Sands on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in White Sands?
Morning golden hour in White Sands ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in White Sands?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in White Sands there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in White Sands?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in White Sands at 1:10 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in White Sands?
In White Sands, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in White Sands?
Twilight in White Sands lasts approximately 88 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 White Sands?
The earliest sunrise in White Sands in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 5 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in White Sands?
The latest sunset in White Sands in 2026 is at 8:17 PM on June 28 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in White Sands?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in White Sands, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in White Sands 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 White Sands
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in White Sands on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:07 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 02m |
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