Sun Times in Cape Coral
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cape Coral?
Sunrise in Cape Coral on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cape Coral?
Sunset in Cape Coral on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cape Coral?
Morning golden hour in Cape Coral ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Cape Coral?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Cape Coral there are 13 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cape Coral?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cape Coral at 1:32 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 Cape Coral?
In Cape Coral, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:27 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cape Coral?
Twilight in Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
The earliest sunrise in Cape Coral in 2026 is at 6:34 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 Cape Coral?
The latest sunset in Cape Coral in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 29 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cape Coral?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Cape Coral, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:27 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cape Coral on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 40m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 7:37 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 27m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 48m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 39m |
| August | 6:59 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 04m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 51m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 29m |
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