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Sun Times in Alderson
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alderson?
Sunrise in Alderson on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alderson?
Sunset in Alderson on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alderson?
Morning golden hour in Alderson ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Alderson?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Alderson there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alderson?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alderson at 1:26 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alderson?
In Alderson, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alderson?
Twilight in Alderson lasts approximately 95 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Alderson?
The earliest sunrise in Alderson in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alderson?
The latest sunset in Alderson in 2026 is at 8:48 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alderson?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Alderson, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alderson shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Alderson
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alderson on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:27 PM | 9h 51m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 6:12 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 46m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 31m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 7:30 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 34m |