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Sun Times in Hell's Kitchen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hell's Kitchen?
Sunrise in Hell's Kitchen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hell's Kitchen?
Sunset in Hell's Kitchen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hell's Kitchen?
Morning golden hour in Hell's Kitchen ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Hell's Kitchen?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Hell's Kitchen there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hell's Kitchen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hell's Kitchen at 1:00 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 Hell's Kitchen?
In Hell's Kitchen, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hell's Kitchen?
Twilight in Hell's Kitchen lasts approximately 104 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 Hell's Kitchen?
The earliest sunrise in Hell's Kitchen in 2026 is at 5:24 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 Hell's Kitchen?
The latest sunset in Hell's Kitchen in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hell's Kitchen?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Hell's Kitchen, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hell's Kitchen 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 Hell's Kitchen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hell's Kitchen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 16m |