Sun Times in Dorchester
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dorchester?
Sunrise in Dorchester on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dorchester?
Sunset in Dorchester on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dorchester?
Morning golden hour in Dorchester ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Dorchester?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dorchester there are 13 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dorchester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dorchester at 12:48 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 Dorchester?
In Dorchester, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dorchester?
Twilight in Dorchester lasts approximately 107 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 Dorchester?
The earliest sunrise in Dorchester in 2026 is at 5:07 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 Dorchester?
The latest sunset in Dorchester in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dorchester?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Dorchester, civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dorchester 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 Dorchester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dorchester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 27m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 6:56 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 58m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:12 PM | 9h 06m |
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