Weather Dictionary / Glossary of Terms
Dusk
Weather Term
Description / Definition
Dusk
Same as
Civil Dusk
; the time at which the sun is 6 degrees below the horizon in the evening. At this time objects are distinguishable but there is no longer enough light to perform any outdoor activities.
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