Sun Times in Hilton Head Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hilton Head Island?
Sunrise in Hilton Head Island on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hilton Head Island?
Sunset in Hilton Head Island on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hilton Head Island?
Morning golden hour in Hilton Head Island ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Hilton Head Island?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Hilton Head Island there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hilton Head Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hilton Head Island at 1:22 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 Hilton Head Island?
In Hilton Head Island, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hilton Head Island?
Twilight in Hilton Head Island lasts approximately 84 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 Hilton Head Island?
The earliest sunrise in Hilton Head Island in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hilton Head Island?
The latest sunset in Hilton Head Island in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hilton Head Island?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Hilton Head Island, civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hilton Head 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 Hilton Head Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hilton Head Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 17m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 49m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 15m |
| July | 6:27 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 03m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 31m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 03m |
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