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Sun Times in Congress Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Congress Heights?
Sunrise in Congress Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Congress Heights?
Sunset in Congress Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Congress Heights?
Morning golden hour in Congress Heights ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Congress Heights?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Congress Heights there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Congress Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Congress Heights at 1:12 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 Congress Heights?
In Congress Heights, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Congress Heights?
Twilight in Congress Heights 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 Congress Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Congress Heights in 2026 is at 5:42 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 Congress Heights?
The latest sunset in Congress Heights in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Congress Heights?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Congress Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Congress Heights 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 Congress Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Congress Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 28m |