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Sun Times in Central York
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Central York?
Sunrise in Central York on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Central York?
Sunset in Central York on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Central York?
Morning golden hour in Central York ends at 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:48 PM.
How long is the day in Central York?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Central York there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Central York?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Central York at 1:31 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Central York?
In Central York, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:24 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Central York?
Twilight in Central York lasts approximately 115 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 Central York?
The earliest sunrise in Central York in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 10 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Central York?
The latest sunset in Central York in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 21 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Central York?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Central York, civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:24 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Central York 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 Central York
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Central York on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:05 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 04m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 58m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 44m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 9:15 PM | 15h 23m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:41 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:28 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 28m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 40m |