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Sun Times in Berkeley Springs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Berkeley Springs?
Sunrise in Berkeley Springs on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Berkeley Springs?
Sunset in Berkeley Springs on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Berkeley Springs?
Morning golden hour in Berkeley Springs ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Berkeley Springs?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Berkeley Springs there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Berkeley Springs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Berkeley Springs at 1:17 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 Berkeley Springs?
In Berkeley Springs, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Berkeley Springs?
Twilight in Berkeley Springs lasts approximately 101 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 Berkeley Springs?
The earliest sunrise in Berkeley Springs in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Berkeley Springs?
The latest sunset in Berkeley Springs in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Berkeley Springs?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Berkeley Springs, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 29 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 Berkeley Springs 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 Berkeley Springs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Berkeley Springs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 22m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 00m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 23m |