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Sun Times in Harkers Island
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Harkers Island?
Sunrise in Harkers Island on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:27 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Harkers Island?
Sunset in Harkers Island on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Harkers Island?
Morning golden hour in Harkers Island ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Harkers Island?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Harkers Island there are 13 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Harkers Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Harkers Island 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 Harkers Island?
In Harkers Island, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:24 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Harkers Island?
Twilight in Harkers Island lasts approximately 92 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 Harkers Island?
The earliest sunrise in Harkers Island in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Harkers Island?
The latest sunset in Harkers Island in 2026 is at 8:23 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Harkers Island?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Harkers Island, civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:24 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Harkers Island 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 Harkers Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Harkers Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:13 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 06m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 58m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 28m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 15m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 27m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:40 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 51m |