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Sun Times in Window Rock
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Window Rock?
Sunrise in Window Rock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Window Rock?
Sunset in Window Rock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Window Rock?
Morning golden hour in Window Rock ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Window Rock?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Window Rock there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Window Rock?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Window Rock at 1:15 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Window Rock?
In Window Rock, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Window Rock?
Twilight in Window Rock 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 Window Rock?
The earliest sunrise in Window Rock in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on June 9 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Window Rock?
The latest sunset in Window Rock in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 25 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Window Rock?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Window Rock, civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Window Rock 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 Window Rock
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Window Rock on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 01m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 34m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 20m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 45m |