Sun Times in East Islip
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Islip?
Sunrise in East Islip on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Islip?
Sunset in East Islip on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:31 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Islip?
Morning golden hour in East Islip ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in East Islip?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in East Islip there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Islip?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Islip 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 East Islip?
In East Islip, sunset is at 7:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Islip?
Twilight in East Islip 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 East Islip?
The earliest sunrise in East Islip in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Islip?
The latest sunset in East Islip in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Islip?
After sunset at 7:31 PM in East Islip, civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Islip 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 Islip
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Islip on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:34 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 16m |
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