When is the best time to run lights when trying to slow algae growth.

[Lynn]

I have cut my light to 6 hours, but is it better to run the light during the daytime or into the evening.   My tank has indirect room light during the day time and lights and TV during the evening hours.    When will I get the most benefit to slow down the algae.    I work during the day and would miss seeing the tank if it is off during the evening with dark at 5:00 pm now.

[Daniel]

What kind of lights do you have?

@Streetwise uses something called a 'Siesta' to schedule his lights do be off for certain time periods during the day.

 

[DaveSamsell]

6 minutes ago, Lynn said:

I have cut my light to 6 hours, but is it better to run the light during the daytime or into the evening.   My tank has indirect room light during the day time and lights and TV during the evening hours.    When will I get the most benefit to slow down the algae.    I work during the day and would miss seeing the tank if it is off during the evening with dark at 5:00 pm now.

 

Tip #4 in the video may help:

 

 

[lefty o]

just my opinion, but best to run the lights when you will be around to view the fish. algae growth is more about how much light, vs. when its light.