Sun Times in Chesapeake Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chesapeake Beach?
Sunrise in Chesapeake Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chesapeake Beach?
Sunset in Chesapeake Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chesapeake Beach?
Morning golden hour in Chesapeake Beach ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Chesapeake Beach?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Chesapeake Beach there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chesapeake Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chesapeake Beach at 1:10 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 Chesapeake Beach?
In Chesapeake Beach, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chesapeake Beach?
Twilight in Chesapeake Beach lasts approximately 99 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 Chesapeake Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Chesapeake Beach in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chesapeake Beach?
The latest sunset in Chesapeake Beach in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chesapeake Beach?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Chesapeake Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chesapeake Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 29m |
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