Sun Times in Kiawah Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kiawah Island?
Sunrise in Kiawah Island on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 7:10 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kiawah Island?
Sunset in Kiawah Island on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 7:12 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kiawah Island?
Morning golden hour in Kiawah Island ends at 7:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Kiawah Island?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in Kiawah Island there are 12 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kiawah Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kiawah Island 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 Kiawah Island?
In Kiawah Island, sunset is at 7:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kiawah Island?
Twilight in Kiawah Island lasts approximately 82 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 Kiawah Island?
The earliest sunrise in Kiawah Island in 2026 is at 6:12 AM on June 4 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kiawah Island?
The latest sunset in Kiawah Island in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kiawah Island?
After sunset at 7:12 PM in Kiawah Island, civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kiawah 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 Kiawah Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kiawah Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 15m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:12 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 6:23 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 05m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 01m |
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