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Sun Times in Catasauqua
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Catasauqua?
Sunrise in Catasauqua on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Catasauqua?
Sunset in Catasauqua on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Catasauqua?
Morning golden hour in Catasauqua ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Catasauqua?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Catasauqua there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Catasauqua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Catasauqua at 1:03 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 Catasauqua?
In Catasauqua, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Catasauqua?
Twilight in Catasauqua lasts approximately 98 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 Catasauqua?
The earliest sunrise in Catasauqua in 2026 is at 5:30 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 Catasauqua?
The latest sunset in Catasauqua in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Catasauqua?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Catasauqua, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Catasauqua 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 Catasauqua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Catasauqua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 04m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 17m |