Nampa Sunrise & Sunset in December 2026

MST43.5407°N, 116.5635°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: March 3, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Nampa, Idaho throughout December 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During December, the region experiences some of the shortest days of the year. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in December, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Nampa depend on December's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in December brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Nampa, Idaho. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. The daily variations in sun times during December 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.

December is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Nampa. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 43.5° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.

December daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 21m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 6m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 14m shorter by month end.

Key December Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: December 1 at 7:59 AM
  • Latest sunrise: December 31 at 8:20 AM
  • Earliest sunset: December 1 at 5:13 PM
  • Latest sunset: December 31 at 5:19 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 14m from start to end of month

December averages

  • Average sunrise: 8:12 AM
  • Average sunset: 5:13 PM
  • Average day length: 9h 1m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for December 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Dec 17:59 AM5:13 PM9h 13m7:59 AM - 8:45 AM4:27 PM - 5:13 PM
Dec 28:00 AM5:12 PM9h 12m8:00 AM - 8:46 AM4:27 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 38:02 AM5:12 PM9h 10m8:02 AM - 8:47 AM4:26 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 48:03 AM5:12 PM9h 9m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:26 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 58:04 AM5:11 PM9h 8m8:04 AM - 8:50 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 68:05 AM5:11 PM9h 6m8:05 AM - 8:51 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 78:06 AM5:11 PM9h 5m8:06 AM - 8:52 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 88:07 AM5:11 PM9h 4m8:07 AM - 8:53 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 98:08 AM5:11 PM9h 3m8:08 AM - 8:54 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 108:09 AM5:11 PM9h 2m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 118:09 AM5:11 PM9h 1m8:09 AM - 8:56 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 128:10 AM5:11 PM9h 0m8:10 AM - 8:57 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 138:11 AM5:11 PM9h 0m8:11 AM - 8:58 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 148:12 AM5:11 PM8h 59m8:12 AM - 8:59 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 158:13 AM5:11 PM8h 58m8:13 AM - 8:59 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 168:13 AM5:11 PM8h 58m8:13 AM - 9:00 AM4:24 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 178:14 AM5:11 PM8h 57m8:14 AM - 9:01 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Dec 188:15 AM5:12 PM8h 57m8:15 AM - 9:02 AM4:25 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 198:15 AM5:12 PM8h 57m8:15 AM - 9:02 AM4:25 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 208:16 AM5:12 PM8h 57m8:16 AM - 9:03 AM4:26 PM - 5:12 PM
Dec 218:16 AM5:13 PM8h 56m8:16 AM - 9:03 AM4:26 PM - 5:13 PM
Dec 228:17 AM5:13 PM8h 56m8:17 AM - 9:04 AM4:26 PM - 5:13 PM
Dec 238:17 AM5:14 PM8h 56m8:17 AM - 9:04 AM4:27 PM - 5:14 PM
Dec 248:18 AM5:14 PM8h 56m8:18 AM - 9:05 AM4:27 PM - 5:14 PM
Dec 258:18 AM5:15 PM8h 57m8:18 AM - 9:05 AM4:28 PM - 5:15 PM
Dec 268:19 AM5:15 PM8h 57m8:19 AM - 9:06 AM4:29 PM - 5:15 PM
Dec 278:19 AM5:16 PM8h 57m8:19 AM - 9:06 AM4:29 PM - 5:16 PM
Dec 288:19 AM5:17 PM8h 57m8:19 AM - 9:06 AM4:30 PM - 5:17 PM
Dec 298:20 AM5:17 PM8h 58m8:20 AM - 9:06 AM4:31 PM - 5:17 PM
Dec 308:20 AM5:18 PM8h 58m8:20 AM - 9:06 AM4:31 PM - 5:18 PM
Dec 318:20 AM5:19 PM8h 59m8:20 AM - 9:07 AM4:32 PM - 5:19 PM

Last updated: March 3, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Nampa in December

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through December as we move closer to the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Nampa, Idaho, 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 December.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Nampa, Idaho in December?

Today, the sun rises in Nampa, Idaho at 7:20 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout December, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Nampa, Idaho in December?

Today, the sun sets in Nampa, Idaho at 6:38 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout December, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Nampa, Idaho in December?

Today's daylight in Nampa, Idaho lasts about 11h 18m. As we move through December, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Nampa, Idaho?

Golden hour in Nampa, Idaho 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.