Sun Times in Bar Harbor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bar Harbor?
Sunrise in Bar Harbor on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:34 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bar Harbor?
Sunset in Bar Harbor on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:39 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bar Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Bar Harbor ends at 6:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Bar Harbor?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Bar Harbor there are 14 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bar Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bar Harbor at 12:37 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 Bar Harbor?
In Bar Harbor, sunset is at 7:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bar Harbor?
Twilight in Bar Harbor lasts approximately 113 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 Bar Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Bar Harbor in 2026 is at 4:47 AM on June 13 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bar Harbor?
The latest sunset in Bar Harbor in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bar Harbor?
After sunset at 7:39 PM in Bar Harbor, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bar Harbor 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 Bar Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bar Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 14m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 29m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 48m |
| June | 4:47 AM | 8:19 PM | 15h 31m |
| July | 5:02 AM | 8:14 PM | 15h 12m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 02m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 4:05 PM | 9h 37m |
| December | 7:02 AM | 3:53 PM | 8h 52m |
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