Sun Times in Austin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Austin?
Sunrise in Austin on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Austin?
Sunset in Austin on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Austin?
Morning golden hour in Austin ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Austin?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Austin there are 13 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Austin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Austin at 1:33 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Austin?
In Austin, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Austin?
Twilight in Austin 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 Austin?
The earliest sunrise in Austin in 2026 is at 6:28 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 Austin?
The latest sunset in Austin in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Austin?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Austin, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Austin 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 Austin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Austin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 25m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 7:58 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 41m |
| June | 6:28 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 05m |
| July | 6:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 55m |
| August | 6:58 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 38m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 12m |
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