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Sun Times in Jersey Shore
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jersey Shore?
Sunrise in Jersey Shore on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jersey Shore?
Sunset in Jersey Shore on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jersey Shore?
Morning golden hour in Jersey Shore ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Jersey Shore?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Jersey Shore there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jersey Shore?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jersey Shore at 1:11 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 Jersey Shore?
In Jersey Shore, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:36 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jersey Shore?
Twilight in Jersey Shore lasts approximately 101 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 Jersey Shore?
The earliest sunrise in Jersey Shore in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jersey Shore?
The latest sunset in Jersey Shore in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jersey Shore?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Jersey Shore, 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 9:36 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jersey Shore 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 Jersey Shore
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jersey Shore on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 33m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 30m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:43 PM | 15h 08m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 51m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 13m |