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Sun Times in Black River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Black River?
Sunrise in Black River on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Black River?
Sunset in Black River on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:34 PM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Black River?
Morning golden hour in Black River ends at 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Black River?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Black River there are 12 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Black River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Black River at 12:14 PM (America/Jamaica). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Black River?
In Black River, sunset is at 6:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:49 PM (America/Jamaica). Civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Black River?
Twilight in Black River lasts approximately 75 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 Black River?
The earliest sunrise in Black River in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 4 (America/Jamaica). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Black River?
The latest sunset in Black River in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on June 30 (America/Jamaica). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Black River?
After sunset at 6:34 PM in Black River, civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:49 PM (America/Jamaica).
What these times mean
Solar times in Black River 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 Black River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Black River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:45 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 10m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 34m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 33m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 59m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 12m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 06m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 44m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:04 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 17m |
| December | 6:34 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 03m |