Sun Times in Elkins Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elkins Park?
Sunrise in Elkins Park on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:27 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elkins Park?
Sunset in Elkins Park on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:33 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elkins Park?
Morning golden hour in Elkins Park ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:57 PM.
How long is the day in Elkins Park?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Elkins Park there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elkins Park?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elkins Park at 1:00 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 Elkins Park?
In Elkins Park, sunset is at 7:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:09 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elkins Park?
Twilight in Elkins Park lasts approximately 96 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 Elkins Park?
The earliest sunrise in Elkins Park in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elkins Park?
The latest sunset in Elkins Park in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elkins Park?
After sunset at 7:33 PM in Elkins Park, civil twilight ends at 8:01 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:09 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elkins Park 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 Elkins Park
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elkins Park on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 01m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 20m |
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