Sun Times in Wilkesboro
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wilkesboro?
Sunrise in Wilkesboro on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wilkesboro?
Sunset in Wilkesboro on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wilkesboro?
Morning golden hour in Wilkesboro ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Wilkesboro?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Wilkesboro there are 13 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wilkesboro?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wilkesboro at 1:29 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wilkesboro?
In Wilkesboro, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wilkesboro?
Twilight in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro?
The earliest sunrise in Wilkesboro in 2026 is at 6:06 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wilkesboro?
The latest sunset in Wilkesboro in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wilkesboro?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Wilkesboro, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wilkesboro on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 59m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:32 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:51 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 06m |
| June | 6:07 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 37m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 23m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 15m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 43m |
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