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Sun Times in Allegheny West
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Allegheny West?
Sunrise in Allegheny West on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Allegheny West?
Sunset in Allegheny West on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Allegheny West?
Morning golden hour in Allegheny West ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Allegheny West?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Allegheny West there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Allegheny West?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Allegheny West at 1:00 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 Allegheny West?
In Allegheny West, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Allegheny West?
Twilight in Allegheny West 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 Allegheny West?
The earliest sunrise in Allegheny West in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Allegheny West?
The latest sunset in Allegheny West in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Allegheny West?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Allegheny West, civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Allegheny West 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 Allegheny West
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Allegheny West on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 21m |