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Sun Times in Anna Maria
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Anna Maria?
Sunrise in Anna Maria on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Anna Maria?
Sunset in Anna Maria on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Anna Maria?
Morning golden hour in Anna Maria ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Anna Maria?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Anna Maria there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Anna Maria?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Anna Maria at 1:35 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 Anna Maria?
In Anna Maria, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Anna Maria?
Twilight in Anna Maria lasts approximately 83 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 Anna Maria?
The earliest sunrise in Anna Maria in 2026 is at 6:35 AM on May 31 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Anna Maria?
The latest sunset in Anna Maria in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Anna Maria?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Anna Maria, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Anna Maria 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 Anna Maria
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Anna Maria on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 36m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:42 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 31m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 52m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 43m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 07m |
| September | 7:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 47m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 25m |