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Sun Times in Elroy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elroy?
Sunrise in Elroy on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elroy?
Sunset in Elroy on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:37 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elroy?
Morning golden hour in Elroy ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Elroy?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Elroy there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elroy?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elroy at 1:11 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 Elroy?
In Elroy, sunset is at 7:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elroy?
Twilight in Elroy lasts approximately 88 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 Elroy?
The earliest sunrise in Elroy in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on June 5 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elroy?
The latest sunset in Elroy in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elroy?
After sunset at 7:37 PM in Elroy, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elroy 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 Elroy
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elroy on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 02m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 32m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 18m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 47m |