Sun Times in Tampa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tampa?
Sunrise in Tampa on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tampa?
Sunset in Tampa on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:00 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tampa?
Morning golden hour in Tampa ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Tampa?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Tampa there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tampa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tampa at 1:32 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 Tampa?
In Tampa, sunset is at 8:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:22 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tampa?
Twilight in Tampa lasts approximately 82 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 Tampa?
The earliest sunrise in Tampa in 2026 is at 6:32 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tampa?
The latest sunset in Tampa in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 27 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tampa?
After sunset at 8:00 PM in Tampa, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:22 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tampa 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 Tampa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tampa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 32m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 45m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 46m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 23m |
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