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Sun Times in Goose Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Goose Creek?
Sunrise in Goose Creek on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Goose Creek?
Sunset in Goose Creek on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Goose Creek?
Morning golden hour in Goose Creek ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Goose Creek?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Goose Creek there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Goose Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Goose Creek at 1:24 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 Goose Creek?
In Goose Creek, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Goose Creek?
Twilight in Goose Creek lasts approximately 89 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 Goose Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Goose Creek in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on June 3 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Goose Creek?
The latest sunset in Goose Creek in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Goose Creek?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Goose Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Goose Creek 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 Goose Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Goose Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 52m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 07m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 59m |