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Sun Times in Day Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Day Heights?
Sunrise in Day Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:07 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Day Heights?
Sunset in Day Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Day Heights?
Morning golden hour in Day Heights ends at 7:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Day Heights?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Day Heights there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Day Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Day Heights at 1:36 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 Day Heights?
In Day Heights, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Day Heights?
Twilight in Day Heights lasts approximately 93 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 Day Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Day Heights in 2026 is at 6:10 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 Day Heights?
The latest sunset in Day Heights in 2026 is at 9:07 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Day Heights?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Day Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Day 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 Day Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Day Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:54 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 44m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:44 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 55m |
| July | 6:23 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 39m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:20 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 26m |