Amarillo Sunrise & Sunset in August 2026

CDT35.2220°N, 101.8313°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: March 18, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Amarillo, Texas throughout August 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. August marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in August offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Amarillo use August's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Amarillo during August depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during August may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

August falls in summer for Amarillo in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 35.2° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.

August daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 23m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 34m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 57m shorter by month end.

Key August Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: August 1 at 6:56 AM
  • Latest sunrise: August 31 at 7:19 AM
  • Earliest sunset: August 1 at 8:53 PM
  • Latest sunset: August 31 at 8:19 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 57m from start to end of month

August averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:08 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:37 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 29m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for August 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Aug 16:56 AM8:53 PM13h 56m6:56 AM - 7:32 AM8:17 PM - 8:53 PM
Aug 26:57 AM8:52 PM13h 55m6:57 AM - 7:33 AM8:16 PM - 8:52 PM
Aug 36:58 AM8:51 PM13h 53m6:58 AM - 7:33 AM8:15 PM - 8:51 PM
Aug 46:59 AM8:50 PM13h 51m6:59 AM - 7:34 AM8:14 PM - 8:50 PM
Aug 56:59 AM8:49 PM13h 50m6:59 AM - 7:35 AM8:14 PM - 8:49 PM
Aug 67:00 AM8:48 PM13h 48m7:00 AM - 7:35 AM8:13 PM - 8:48 PM
Aug 77:01 AM8:47 PM13h 46m7:01 AM - 7:36 AM8:12 PM - 8:47 PM
Aug 87:02 AM8:46 PM13h 45m7:02 AM - 7:37 AM8:11 PM - 8:46 PM
Aug 97:02 AM8:45 PM13h 43m7:02 AM - 7:38 AM8:10 PM - 8:45 PM
Aug 107:03 AM8:44 PM13h 41m7:03 AM - 7:38 AM8:09 PM - 8:44 PM
Aug 117:04 AM8:43 PM13h 39m7:04 AM - 7:39 AM8:08 PM - 8:43 PM
Aug 127:05 AM8:42 PM13h 37m7:05 AM - 7:40 AM8:07 PM - 8:42 PM
Aug 137:06 AM8:41 PM13h 35m7:06 AM - 7:40 AM8:06 PM - 8:41 PM
Aug 147:06 AM8:40 PM13h 34m7:06 AM - 7:41 AM8:05 PM - 8:40 PM
Aug 157:07 AM8:39 PM13h 32m7:07 AM - 7:42 AM8:04 PM - 8:39 PM
Aug 167:08 AM8:38 PM13h 30m7:08 AM - 7:43 AM8:03 PM - 8:38 PM
Aug 177:09 AM8:36 PM13h 28m7:09 AM - 7:43 AM8:02 PM - 8:36 PM
Aug 187:09 AM8:35 PM13h 26m7:09 AM - 7:44 AM8:01 PM - 8:35 PM
Aug 197:10 AM8:34 PM13h 24m7:10 AM - 7:45 AM8:00 PM - 8:34 PM
Aug 207:11 AM8:33 PM13h 22m7:11 AM - 7:45 AM7:58 PM - 8:33 PM
Aug 217:12 AM8:32 PM13h 20m7:12 AM - 7:46 AM7:57 PM - 8:32 PM
Aug 227:12 AM8:30 PM13h 18m7:12 AM - 7:47 AM7:56 PM - 8:30 PM
Aug 237:13 AM8:29 PM13h 16m7:13 AM - 7:48 AM7:55 PM - 8:29 PM
Aug 247:14 AM8:28 PM13h 14m7:14 AM - 7:48 AM7:54 PM - 8:28 PM
Aug 257:15 AM8:27 PM13h 12m7:15 AM - 7:49 AM7:52 PM - 8:27 PM
Aug 267:16 AM8:25 PM13h 10m7:16 AM - 7:50 AM7:51 PM - 8:25 PM
Aug 277:16 AM8:24 PM13h 8m7:16 AM - 7:50 AM7:50 PM - 8:24 PM
Aug 287:17 AM8:23 PM13h 6m7:17 AM - 7:51 AM7:49 PM - 8:23 PM
Aug 297:18 AM8:21 PM13h 4m7:18 AM - 7:52 AM7:47 PM - 8:21 PM
Aug 307:19 AM8:20 PM13h 2m7:19 AM - 7:52 AM7:46 PM - 8:20 PM
Aug 317:19 AM8:19 PM12h 59m7:19 AM - 7:53 AM7:45 PM - 8:19 PM

Last updated: March 18, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Amarillo in August

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through August as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Amarillo, Texas, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in August.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Amarillo, Texas in August?

Today, the sun rises in Amarillo, Texas at 7:55 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Amarillo, Texas in August?

Today, the sun sets in Amarillo, Texas at 7:58 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Amarillo, Texas in August?

Today's daylight in Amarillo, Texas lasts about 12h 3m. As we move through August, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Amarillo, Texas?

Golden hour in Amarillo, Texas refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.