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Sun Times in Cold Spring Harbor
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cold Spring Harbor?
Sunrise in Cold Spring Harbor on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cold Spring Harbor?
Sunset in Cold Spring Harbor on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cold Spring Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Cold Spring Harbor ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Cold Spring Harbor?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Cold Spring Harbor there are 13 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cold Spring Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cold Spring Harbor at 12:58 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 Cold Spring Harbor?
In Cold Spring Harbor, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cold Spring Harbor?
Twilight in Cold Spring Harbor 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 Cold Spring Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Cold Spring Harbor in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cold Spring Harbor?
The latest sunset in Cold Spring Harbor in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cold Spring Harbor?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in Cold Spring Harbor, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cold Spring Harbor 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 Cold Spring Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cold Spring Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:36 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 16m |