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Sun Times in Boothbay Harbor
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boothbay Harbor?
Sunrise in Boothbay Harbor on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boothbay Harbor?
Sunset in Boothbay Harbor on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boothbay Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Boothbay Harbor ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:42 PM.
How long is the day in Boothbay Harbor?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Boothbay Harbor there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boothbay Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boothbay Harbor at 12:39 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 Boothbay Harbor?
In Boothbay Harbor, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boothbay Harbor?
Twilight in Boothbay Harbor lasts approximately 104 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 Boothbay Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Boothbay Harbor in 2026 is at 4:55 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boothbay Harbor?
The latest sunset in Boothbay Harbor in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 19 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boothbay Harbor?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Boothbay Harbor, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boothbay Harbor 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 Boothbay Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boothbay Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 17m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 27m |
| May | 5:12 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 45m |
| June | 4:55 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 8:18 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 00m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 6:53 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 6:33 AM | 4:12 PM | 9h 39m |
| December | 7:05 AM | 4:01 PM | 8h 56m |