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Sun Times in East Patchogue
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Patchogue?
Sunrise in East Patchogue on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Patchogue?
Sunset in East Patchogue on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Patchogue?
Morning golden hour in East Patchogue ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in East Patchogue?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in East Patchogue there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Patchogue?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Patchogue at 12:56 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 Patchogue?
In East Patchogue, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:34 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Patchogue?
Twilight in East Patchogue lasts approximately 104 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 Patchogue?
The earliest sunrise in East Patchogue in 2026 is at 5:20 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 East Patchogue?
The latest sunset in East Patchogue in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Patchogue?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in East Patchogue, civil twilight ends at 8:20 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:34 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Patchogue 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 Patchogue
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Patchogue on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:02 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:25 PM | 9h 16m |