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Sun Times in Glen Cove
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Glen Cove?
Sunrise in Glen Cove on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Glen Cove?
Sunset in Glen Cove on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:37 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Glen Cove?
Morning golden hour in Glen Cove ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:01 PM.
How long is the day in Glen Cove?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Glen Cove there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Glen Cove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Glen Cove 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 Glen Cove?
In Glen Cove, sunset is at 7:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Glen Cove?
Twilight in Glen Cove lasts approximately 99 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 Glen Cove?
The earliest sunrise in Glen Cove in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Glen Cove?
The latest sunset in Glen Cove in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Glen Cove?
After sunset at 7:37 PM in Glen Cove, civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Glen Cove 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 Glen Cove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Glen Cove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 16m |