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Sun Times in Keene
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Keene?
Sunrise in Keene on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Keene?
Sunset in Keene on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Keene?
Morning golden hour in Keene ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:44 PM.
How long is the day in Keene?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Keene there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Keene?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Keene at 12:48 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 Keene?
In Keene, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Keene?
Twilight in Keene lasts approximately 100 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 Keene?
The earliest sunrise in Keene in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Keene?
The latest sunset in Keene in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Keene?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Keene, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Keene 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 Keene
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Keene on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 23m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 02m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:25 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:15 PM | 9h 02m |