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Sun Times in Despard
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Despard?
Sunrise in Despard on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Despard?
Sunset in Despard on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Despard?
Morning golden hour in Despard ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:38 PM.
How long is the day in Despard?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Despard there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Despard?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Despard at 1:25 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 Despard?
In Despard, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Despard?
Twilight in Despard lasts approximately 100 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 Despard?
The earliest sunrise in Despard in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Despard?
The latest sunset in Despard in 2026 is at 8:51 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Despard?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Despard, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Despard 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 Despard
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Despard on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 55m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 25m |