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Knoxville, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Knoxville? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Knoxville, 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.

Knoxville Sunrise Time — October 20

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
7:47 AM – 8:22 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/New_York

Sunrise times by month in Knoxville

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:46 AM5:45 PM9h 59m
February7:24 AM6:18 PM10h 53m
March7:47 AM7:43 PM11h 56m
April7:03 AM8:09 PM13h 5m
May6:31 AM8:35 PM14h 3m
June6:19 AM8:55 PM14h 35m
July6:31 AM8:53 PM14h 22m
August6:55 AM8:27 PM13h 32m
September7:19 AM7:45 PM12h 25m
October7:43 AM7:01 PM11h 18m
November7:13 AM5:29 PM10h 16m
December7:40 AM5:24 PM9h 43m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Knoxville today?

Today's sunrise in Knoxville, United States is at 7:47 AM, giving 11h 7m of daylight before sunset at 6:55 PM.

What time is first light in Knoxville today?

First light in Knoxville begins at 7:21 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 7:47 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Knoxville?

The morning golden hour in Knoxville runs 7:47 AM – 8:22 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 Knoxville?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (7:47 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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