Tucson Sunrise & Sunset in August 2026
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Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: February 23, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Tucson, Arizona throughout August 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During August, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in August, 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 Tucson depend on August's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in August brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Tucson, Arizona. 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 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 Tucson in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 32.2° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.
August daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 20m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 31m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 50m shorter by month end.
Key August Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: August 1 at 5:39 AM
- Latest sunrise: August 31 at 5:59 AM
- Earliest sunset: August 1 at 7:23 PM
- Latest sunset: August 31 at 6:52 PM
- Day length change: -1h 50m from start to end of month
August averages
- Average sunrise: 5:49 AM
- Average sunset: 7:09 PM
- Average day length: 13h 20m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for August 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1 | 5:39 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 44m | 5:39 AM - 6:13 AM | 6:49 PM - 7:23 PM |
| Aug 2 | 5:40 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 43m | 5:40 AM - 6:14 AM | 6:48 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Aug 3 | 5:40 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 41m | 5:40 AM - 6:14 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Aug 4 | 5:41 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 40m | 5:41 AM - 6:15 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:21 PM |
| Aug 5 | 5:42 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 38m | 5:42 AM - 6:16 AM | 6:46 PM - 7:20 PM |
| Aug 6 | 5:42 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 37m | 5:42 AM - 6:16 AM | 6:45 PM - 7:19 PM |
| Aug 7 | 5:43 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 35m | 5:43 AM - 6:17 AM | 6:44 PM - 7:18 PM |
| Aug 8 | 5:44 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 34m | 5:44 AM - 6:18 AM | 6:43 PM - 7:17 PM |
| Aug 9 | 5:44 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 32m | 5:44 AM - 6:18 AM | 6:43 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Aug 10 | 5:45 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 31m | 5:45 AM - 6:19 AM | 6:42 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Aug 11 | 5:46 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 29m | 5:46 AM - 6:19 AM | 6:41 PM - 7:15 PM |
| Aug 12 | 5:46 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 27m | 5:46 AM - 6:20 AM | 6:40 PM - 7:14 PM |
| Aug 13 | 5:47 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 26m | 5:47 AM - 6:21 AM | 6:39 PM - 7:13 PM |
| Aug 14 | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 24m | 5:48 AM - 6:21 AM | 6:38 PM - 7:12 PM |
| Aug 15 | 5:48 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 22m | 5:48 AM - 6:22 AM | 6:37 PM - 7:11 PM |
| Aug 16 | 5:49 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 21m | 5:49 AM - 6:22 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:10 PM |
| Aug 17 | 5:50 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 19m | 5:50 AM - 6:23 AM | 6:35 PM - 7:09 PM |
| Aug 18 | 5:50 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 17m | 5:50 AM - 6:24 AM | 6:34 PM - 7:07 PM |
| Aug 19 | 5:51 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 15m | 5:51 AM - 6:24 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Aug 20 | 5:52 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 14m | 5:52 AM - 6:25 AM | 6:32 PM - 7:05 PM |
| Aug 21 | 5:52 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 12m | 5:52 AM - 6:25 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:04 PM |
| Aug 22 | 5:53 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 10m | 5:53 AM - 6:26 AM | 6:30 PM - 7:03 PM |
| Aug 23 | 5:54 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 8m | 5:54 AM - 6:27 AM | 6:29 PM - 7:02 PM |
| Aug 24 | 5:54 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 6m | 5:54 AM - 6:27 AM | 6:28 PM - 7:01 PM |
| Aug 25 | 5:55 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 5m | 5:55 AM - 6:28 AM | 6:27 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Aug 26 | 5:56 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 3m | 5:56 AM - 6:29 AM | 6:25 PM - 6:58 PM |
| Aug 27 | 5:56 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 1m | 5:56 AM - 6:29 AM | 6:24 PM - 6:57 PM |
| Aug 28 | 5:57 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 59m | 5:57 AM - 6:30 AM | 6:23 PM - 6:56 PM |
| Aug 29 | 5:57 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 57m | 5:57 AM - 6:30 AM | 6:22 PM - 6:55 PM |
| Aug 30 | 5:58 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 55m | 5:58 AM - 6:31 AM | 6:21 PM - 6:54 PM |
| Aug 31 | 5:59 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 54m | 5:59 AM - 6:31 AM | 6:20 PM - 6:52 PM |
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Tucson 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 Tucson, Arizona, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tucson, Arizona in August?
Today, the sun rises in Tucson, Arizona at 6:59 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Tucson, Arizona in August?
Today, the sun sets in Tucson, Arizona at 6:17 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Tucson, Arizona in August?
Today's daylight in Tucson, Arizona lasts about 11h 18m. As we move through August, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Tucson, Arizona?
Golden hour in Tucson, Arizona 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.
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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.