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Sun Times in Carteret
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Carteret?
Sunrise in Carteret on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Carteret?
Sunset in Carteret on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:32 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Carteret?
Morning golden hour in Carteret ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Carteret?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Carteret there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Carteret?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Carteret at 12:57 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 Carteret?
In Carteret, sunset is at 7:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Carteret?
Twilight in Carteret lasts approximately 97 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 Carteret?
The earliest sunrise in Carteret in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Carteret?
The latest sunset in Carteret in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Carteret?
After sunset at 7:32 PM in Carteret, civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Carteret 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 Carteret
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Carteret on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 04m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 17m |