Sun Times in Carolina Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Carolina Beach?
Sunrise in Carolina Beach on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Carolina Beach?
Sunset in Carolina Beach on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Carolina Beach?
Morning golden hour in Carolina Beach ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:23 PM.
How long is the day in Carolina Beach?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Carolina Beach there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Carolina Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Carolina Beach at 1:15 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 Carolina Beach?
In Carolina Beach, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:27 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Carolina Beach?
Twilight in Carolina Beach 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 Carolina Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Carolina Beach in 2026 is at 5:59 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 Carolina Beach?
The latest sunset in Carolina Beach in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Carolina Beach?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Carolina Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 26 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 Carolina 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 Carolina Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Carolina Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 12m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 54m |
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