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Sun Times in Captains Cove
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Captains Cove?
Sunrise in Captains Cove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Captains Cove?
Sunset in Captains Cove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Captains Cove?
Morning golden hour in Captains Cove ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:53 PM.
How long is the day in Captains Cove?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Captains Cove there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Captains Cove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Captains Cove at 1:00 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 Captains Cove?
In Captains Cove, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:59 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Captains Cove?
Twilight in Captains Cove lasts approximately 91 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 Captains Cove?
The earliest sunrise in Captains Cove in 2026 is at 5:38 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 Captains Cove?
The latest sunset in Captains Cove in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Captains Cove?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Captains Cove, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:59 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Captains Cove 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 Captains Cove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Captains Cove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 50m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 14m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 47m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:10 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 07m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 33m |