- Home
- East Riverdale
Sun Times in East Riverdale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Riverdale?
Sunrise in East Riverdale on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Riverdale?
Sunset in East Riverdale on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:43 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Riverdale?
Morning golden hour in East Riverdale ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in East Riverdale?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in East Riverdale there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Riverdale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Riverdale at 1:08 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 Riverdale?
In East Riverdale, sunset is at 7:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Riverdale?
Twilight in East Riverdale 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 East Riverdale?
The earliest sunrise in East Riverdale in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Riverdale?
The latest sunset in East Riverdale in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Riverdale?
After sunset at 7:43 PM in East Riverdale, civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Riverdale 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 Riverdale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Riverdale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 27m |