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Abilene, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Abilene? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Abilene, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Abilene Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
7:15 AM – 7:48 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Chicago

Sunrise times by month in Abilene

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:41 AM5:57 PM10h 15m
February7:23 AM6:25 PM11h 2m
March7:50 AM7:47 PM11h 57m
April7:10 AM8:09 PM12h 58m
May6:42 AM8:31 PM13h 49m
June6:32 AM8:48 PM14h 16m
July6:43 AM8:48 PM14h 4m
August7:04 AM8:25 PM13h 21m
September7:24 AM7:47 PM12h 23m
October7:43 AM7:07 PM11h 24m
November7:09 AM5:40 PM10h 30m
December7:34 AM5:36 PM10h 1m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Abilene — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Abilene today?

Today's sunrise in Abilene, United States is at 7:15 AM, giving 12h 48m of daylight before sunset at 8:04 PM.

What time is first light in Abilene today?

First light in Abilene begins at 6:50 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 7:15 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Abilene?

The morning golden hour in Abilene runs 7:15 AM – 7:48 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Abilene?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (7:15 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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