Sun Times in Downingtown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Downingtown?
Sunrise in Downingtown on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Downingtown?
Sunset in Downingtown on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:32 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Downingtown?
Morning golden hour in Downingtown ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Downingtown?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Downingtown there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Downingtown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Downingtown at 1:02 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 Downingtown?
In Downingtown, sunset is at 7:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Downingtown?
Twilight in Downingtown lasts approximately 95 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 Downingtown?
The earliest sunrise in Downingtown in 2026 is at 5:33 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 Downingtown?
The latest sunset in Downingtown in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Downingtown?
After sunset at 7:32 PM in Downingtown, civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Downingtown 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 Downingtown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Downingtown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:33 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 21m |
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