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Sun Times in East Aurora
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Aurora?
Sunrise in East Aurora on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Aurora?
Sunset in East Aurora on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Aurora?
Morning golden hour in East Aurora ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in East Aurora?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in East Aurora there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Aurora?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Aurora at 1:15 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 East Aurora?
In East Aurora, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Aurora?
Twilight in East Aurora lasts approximately 102 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 East Aurora?
The earliest sunrise in East Aurora in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Aurora?
The latest sunset in East Aurora in 2026 is at 8:56 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Aurora?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in East Aurora, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Aurora 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 East Aurora
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Aurora on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 39m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 19m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 01m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:38 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 03m |