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Sun Times in Butler Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Butler Beach?
Sunrise in Butler Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Butler Beach?
Sunset in Butler Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Butler Beach?
Morning golden hour in Butler Beach ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Butler Beach?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Butler Beach there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Butler Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Butler Beach at 1:25 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 Butler Beach?
In Butler Beach, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:09 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Butler Beach?
Twilight in Butler Beach 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 Butler Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Butler Beach in 2026 is at 6:23 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Butler Beach?
The latest sunset in Butler Beach in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Butler Beach?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Butler Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:09 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Butler Beach 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 Butler Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Butler Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 27m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 39m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 03m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 52m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 15m |