The typical time ranges for morning, afternoon, and evening, according to general consensus, are as follows:
- Morning: This period typically starts from 12:00 AM (midnight) and ends at 11:59 AM. However, in daily conversation, morning is often considered to begin at dawn and end around noon.
- Afternoon: This term generally refers to the period that starts at 12:00 PM (noon) and ends around 4:59 PM, although in practice it is often stretched to 5 or 6 PM.
- Evening: The evening usually starts from 5:00 or 6:00 PM and lasts until twilight or when it becomes dark. In some definitions, anything after sunset and before midnight is referred to as evening.
These time ranges can fluctuate a bit depending on cultural norms, personal preferences, and geographical locations. For example, in some regions, evening is considered to start at 4 PM.
Learn more:
- When Does Morning End, Anyway? | Reader’s Digest
- When Does Morning End and Afternoon Begin? | Merriam-Webster