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Sun Times in College Point
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in College Point?
Sunrise in College Point on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in College Point?
Sunset in College Point on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in College Point?
Morning golden hour in College Point ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in College Point?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in College Point there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in College Point?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in College Point at 12:54 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 College Point?
In College Point, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:00 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in College Point?
Twilight in College Point lasts approximately 96 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 College Point?
The earliest sunrise in College Point in 2026 is at 5:23 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 College Point?
The latest sunset in College Point in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in College Point?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in College Point, civil twilight ends at 7:52 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:00 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in College Point 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 College Point
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in College Point on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 16m |