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Sun Times in Bent Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bent Creek?
Sunrise in Bent Creek on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:50 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bent Creek?
Sunset in Bent Creek on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:18 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bent Creek?
Morning golden hour in Bent Creek ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Bent Creek?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Bent Creek there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bent Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bent Creek at 1:34 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 Bent Creek?
In Bent Creek, sunset is at 8:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bent Creek?
Twilight in Bent Creek lasts approximately 93 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 Bent Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Bent Creek in 2026 is at 6:14 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 Bent Creek?
The latest sunset in Bent Creek in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bent Creek?
After sunset at 8:18 PM in Bent Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:45 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:51 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bent Creek 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 Bent Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bent Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:41 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 03m |
| June | 6:14 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 33m |
| July | 6:26 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 18m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 46m |