Yakima Sunrise & Sunset in August 2026
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Northern Hemisphere • higher-latitude latitude band
Last updated: February 23, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Yakima, Washington 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 Yakima 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 Yakima, Washington. 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 Yakima in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 46.6° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.
August daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 38m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 49m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 27m shorter by month end.
Key August Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: August 1 at 5:42 AM
- Latest sunrise: August 31 at 6:20 AM
- Earliest sunset: August 1 at 8:36 PM
- Latest sunset: August 31 at 7:47 PM
- Day length change: -2h 27m from start to end of month
August averages
- Average sunrise: 6:01 AM
- Average sunset: 8:13 PM
- Average day length: 14h 12m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for August 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1 | 5:42 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 54m | 5:42 AM - 6:26 AM | 7:52 PM - 8:36 PM |
| Aug 2 | 5:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 51m | 5:43 AM - 6:27 AM | 7:51 PM - 8:35 PM |
| Aug 3 | 5:45 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 49m | 5:45 AM - 6:28 AM | 7:50 PM - 8:33 PM |
| Aug 4 | 5:46 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 46m | 5:46 AM - 6:29 AM | 7:49 PM - 8:32 PM |
| Aug 5 | 5:47 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 44m | 5:47 AM - 6:30 AM | 7:48 PM - 8:31 PM |
| Aug 6 | 5:48 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 41m | 5:48 AM - 6:31 AM | 7:46 PM - 8:29 PM |
| Aug 7 | 5:50 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 38m | 5:50 AM - 6:32 AM | 7:45 PM - 8:28 PM |
| Aug 8 | 5:51 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 35m | 5:51 AM - 6:34 AM | 7:44 PM - 8:26 PM |
| Aug 9 | 5:52 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 33m | 5:52 AM - 6:35 AM | 7:42 PM - 8:25 PM |
| Aug 10 | 5:53 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 30m | 5:53 AM - 6:36 AM | 7:41 PM - 8:23 PM |
| Aug 11 | 5:55 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 27m | 5:55 AM - 6:37 AM | 7:39 PM - 8:22 PM |
| Aug 12 | 5:56 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 24m | 5:56 AM - 6:38 AM | 7:38 PM - 8:20 PM |
| Aug 13 | 5:57 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 21m | 5:57 AM - 6:39 AM | 7:36 PM - 8:19 PM |
| Aug 14 | 5:59 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 19m | 5:59 AM - 6:41 AM | 7:35 PM - 8:17 PM |
| Aug 15 | 6:00 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 16m | 6:00 AM - 6:42 AM | 7:33 PM - 8:15 PM |
| Aug 16 | 6:01 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 13m | 6:01 AM - 6:43 AM | 7:32 PM - 8:14 PM |
| Aug 17 | 6:02 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 10m | 6:02 AM - 6:44 AM | 7:30 PM - 8:12 PM |
| Aug 18 | 6:04 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 7m | 6:04 AM - 6:45 AM | 7:29 PM - 8:10 PM |
| Aug 19 | 6:05 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 4m | 6:05 AM - 6:46 AM | 7:27 PM - 8:09 PM |
| Aug 20 | 6:06 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 1m | 6:06 AM - 6:48 AM | 7:26 PM - 8:07 PM |
| Aug 21 | 6:08 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 58m | 6:08 AM - 6:49 AM | 7:24 PM - 8:05 PM |
| Aug 22 | 6:09 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 55m | 6:09 AM - 6:50 AM | 7:22 PM - 8:03 PM |
| Aug 23 | 6:10 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 52m | 6:10 AM - 6:51 AM | 7:21 PM - 8:02 PM |
| Aug 24 | 6:11 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 48m | 6:11 AM - 6:52 AM | 7:19 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Aug 25 | 6:13 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 45m | 6:13 AM - 6:54 AM | 7:17 PM - 7:58 PM |
| Aug 26 | 6:14 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 42m | 6:14 AM - 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM - 7:56 PM |
| Aug 27 | 6:15 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 39m | 6:15 AM - 6:56 AM | 7:14 PM - 7:54 PM |
| Aug 28 | 6:17 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 36m | 6:17 AM - 6:57 AM | 7:12 PM - 7:53 PM |
| Aug 29 | 6:18 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 33m | 6:18 AM - 6:58 AM | 7:10 PM - 7:51 PM |
| Aug 30 | 6:19 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 30m | 6:19 AM - 7:00 AM | 7:08 PM - 7:49 PM |
| Aug 31 | 6:20 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 27m | 6:20 AM - 7:01 AM | 7:06 PM - 7:47 PM |
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Yakima 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 Yakima, Washington, 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 Yakima, Washington in August?
Today, the sun rises in Yakima, Washington at 6:53 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Yakima, Washington in August?
Today, the sun sets in Yakima, Washington at 5:39 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Yakima, Washington in August?
Today's daylight in Yakima, Washington lasts about 10h 46m. As we move through August, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Yakima, Washington?
Golden hour in Yakima, Washington 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.