Sun Times in Hillsborough
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hillsborough?
Sunrise in Hillsborough on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/Grenada). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hillsborough?
Sunset in Hillsborough on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (America/Grenada). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hillsborough?
Morning golden hour in Hillsborough ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Hillsborough?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Hillsborough there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hillsborough?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hillsborough at 12:10 PM (America/Grenada). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hillsborough?
In Hillsborough, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:39 PM (America/Grenada). Civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hillsborough?
Twilight in Hillsborough lasts approximately 73 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 Hillsborough?
The earliest sunrise in Hillsborough in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on May 22 (America/Grenada). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hillsborough?
The latest sunset in Hillsborough in 2026 is at 6:35 PM on June 30 (America/Grenada). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hillsborough?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Hillsborough, civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:39 PM (America/Grenada).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hillsborough on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:31 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 28m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 44m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 42m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 51m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 47m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 32m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 33m |
| December | 6:19 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 24m |
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