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Sun Times in Glen Oaks
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Glen Oaks?
Sunrise in Glen Oaks on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Glen Oaks?
Sunset in Glen Oaks on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Glen Oaks?
Morning golden hour in Glen Oaks ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Glen Oaks?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Glen Oaks there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Glen Oaks?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Glen Oaks at 1:10 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 Oaks?
In Glen Oaks, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Glen Oaks?
Twilight in Glen Oaks lasts approximately 100 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 Oaks?
The earliest sunrise in Glen Oaks in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Glen Oaks?
The latest sunset in Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Glen Oaks, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Glen Oaks 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 Oaks
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Glen Oaks on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 21m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 56m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 01m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 25m |