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Sun Times in Boca Raton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boca Raton?
Sunrise in Boca Raton on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boca Raton?
Sunset in Boca Raton on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boca Raton?
Morning golden hour in Boca Raton ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Boca Raton?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Boca Raton there are 13 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boca Raton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boca Raton at 1:24 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 Boca Raton?
In Boca Raton, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:19 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boca Raton?
Twilight in Boca Raton lasts approximately 82 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 Boca Raton?
The earliest sunrise in Boca Raton in 2026 is at 6:27 AM on May 31 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boca Raton?
The latest sunset in Boca Raton in 2026 is at 8:17 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boca Raton?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Boca Raton, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:19 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boca Raton 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 Boca Raton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boca Raton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 40m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 27m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 47m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 38m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 04m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 51m |
| December | 7:00 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 30m |