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Sun Times in Framingham Center
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Framingham Center?
Sunrise in Framingham Center on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Framingham Center?
Sunset in Framingham Center on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Framingham Center?
Morning golden hour in Framingham Center ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Framingham Center?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Framingham Center there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Framingham Center?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Framingham Center at 12:50 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 Framingham Center?
In Framingham Center, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Framingham Center?
Twilight in Framingham Center lasts approximately 107 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 Framingham Center?
The earliest sunrise in Framingham Center in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Framingham Center?
The latest sunset in Framingham Center in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Framingham Center?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Framingham Center, civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Framingham Center 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 Framingham Center
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Framingham Center on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 27m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 8:24 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 58m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:25 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 4:23 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:14 PM | 9h 06m |