Sun Times in Kingston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kingston?
Sunrise in Kingston on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:49 AM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kingston?
Sunset in Kingston on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:33 PM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kingston?
Morning golden hour in Kingston ends at 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:03 PM.
How long is the day in Kingston?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Kingston there are 12 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kingston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kingston at 12:11 PM (America/Jamaica). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kingston?
In Kingston, sunset is at 6:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:49 PM (America/Jamaica). Civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kingston?
Twilight in Kingston lasts approximately 76 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 Kingston?
The earliest sunrise in Kingston in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on May 31 (America/Jamaica). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kingston?
The latest sunset in Kingston in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on July 6 (America/Jamaica). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kingston?
After sunset at 6:33 PM in Kingston, civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:49 PM (America/Jamaica).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kingston 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 Kingston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kingston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:41 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 10m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 34m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 33m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 59m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 12m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 06m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 44m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 17m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 04m |
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