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Sunrise/Sunset Times for Moab

2024 Astronomical Information for Moab

Moab is renowned for its remarkable dark skies due to its remote location, low population density, numerous Dark Sky Park designations, natural landscapes, and favorable atmospheric conditions. These factors contribute to minimal light pollution, allowing for clear and unobstructed views of the night sky, making Moab an ideal destination for stargazing.

The best days and times for stargazing can vary depending on factors such as the time of year and the specific celestial events you’re interested in observing. However, here are some general guidelines to consider:

New Moon: The new moon phase, when the moon is not visible, is typically the best time for stargazing. During this phase, the sky is darker, allowing for better visibility of stars, planets, and other celestial objects. It’s recommended to stargaze on the nights surrounding the new moon for optimal darkness.
Moonset/Moonrise: If you’re interested in observing deep-sky objects such as galaxies, nebulae, or star clusters, it can be beneficial to plan your stargazing session when the moon is below the horizon. Moonset times vary each night, so check your local moonset/moonrise times to determine when the moon will be less likely to interfere with your observations.

To determine the specific dates and times for stargazing events, including moon phases, refer to the astronomical calendars below. Remember, stargazing can be a rewarding experience throughout the year, so seize opportunities whenever you have clear skies and favorable conditions.

2024 Sunrise & Sunset Times for the Moab Area

1st of Month

15th of Month

Sunrise

Sunset

Sunrise

Sunset

January

7:35 am

5:07 pm

7:34 am

5:21pm

February

7:23 am

5:40 pm

7:08 am

5:56 pm

March

6:50 am

6:11 pm

7:29 am

7:25 pm

April

7:02 am

7:41 pm

6:41 am

7:52 pm

May

6:20 am

8:10 pm

6:06 am

8:23 pm

June

5:55 am

8:36 pm

5:53 am

8:44 pm

July

5:57 am

8:46 pm

6:06 am

8:41 pm

August

6:20 am

8:28 pm

6:32 am

8:12 pm

September

6:47 am

7:47 pm

6:58 am

7:26 pm

October

7:14 am

7:00 pm

7:27 am

6:39 pm

November

7:45 am

6:18 pm

7:00 am

5:04 pm

December

7:17 am

4:57 pm

7:28 am

4:58 pm

2024 Moon Phases for the Moab Area