Sun Times in Charles Town
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Charles Town?
Sunrise in Charles Town on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Charles Town?
Sunset in Charles Town on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Charles Town?
Morning golden hour in Charles Town ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in Charles Town?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Charles Town there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Charles Town?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Charles Town at 1:11 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 Charles Town?
In Charles Town, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Charles Town?
Twilight in Charles Town lasts approximately 94 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 Charles Town?
The earliest sunrise in Charles Town in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Charles Town?
The latest sunset in Charles Town in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Charles Town?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Charles Town, civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Charles Town 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 Charles Town
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Charles Town on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 55m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 25m |
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