Sun Times in Chinatown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chinatown?
Sunrise in Chinatown on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chinatown?
Sunset in Chinatown on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chinatown?
Morning golden hour in Chinatown ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Chinatown?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Chinatown there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chinatown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chinatown at 1:00 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 Chinatown?
In Chinatown, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chinatown?
Twilight in Chinatown lasts approximately 103 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 Chinatown?
The earliest sunrise in Chinatown in 2026 is at 5:24 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 Chinatown?
The latest sunset in Chinatown in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chinatown?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Chinatown, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chinatown 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 Chinatown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chinatown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 16m |
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