Sun Times in Dover Plains
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dover Plains?
Sunrise in Dover Plains on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dover Plains?
Sunset in Dover Plains on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:25 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dover Plains?
Morning golden hour in Dover Plains ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:48 PM.
How long is the day in Dover Plains?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Dover Plains there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dover Plains?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dover Plains at 12:53 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 Dover Plains?
In Dover Plains, sunset is at 7:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dover Plains?
Twilight in Dover Plains lasts approximately 98 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 Dover Plains?
The earliest sunrise in Dover Plains in 2026 is at 5:19 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 Dover Plains?
The latest sunset in Dover Plains in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dover Plains?
After sunset at 7:25 PM in Dover Plains, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dover Plains 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 Dover Plains
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dover Plains on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 5:19 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 12m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 6:02 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 10m |
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