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Sun Times in Island Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Island Heights?
Sunrise in Island Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Island Heights?
Sunset in Island Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Island Heights?
Morning golden hour in Island Heights ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Island Heights?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Island Heights there are 13 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Island Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Island Heights at 1:01 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 Island Heights?
In Island Heights, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:36 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Island Heights?
Twilight in Island Heights lasts approximately 102 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 Island Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Island Heights in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Island Heights?
The latest sunset in Island Heights in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Island Heights?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Island Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:36 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Island Heights 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 Island Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Island Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 40m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 21m |