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Sun Times in Blades
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Blades?
Sunrise in Blades on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Blades?
Sunset in Blades on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:30 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Blades?
Morning golden hour in Blades ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Blades?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Blades there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Blades?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Blades at 1:02 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 Blades?
In Blades, sunset is at 7:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Blades?
Twilight in Blades 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 Blades?
The earliest sunrise in Blades in 2026 is at 5:37 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 Blades?
The latest sunset in Blades in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Blades?
After sunset at 7:30 PM in Blades, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Blades 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 Blades
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Blades on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 47m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 51m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 29m |