Sun Times in Lancaster
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lancaster?
Sunrise in Lancaster on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lancaster?
Sunset in Lancaster on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lancaster?
Morning golden hour in Lancaster ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:56 PM.
How long is the day in Lancaster?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lancaster there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lancaster?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lancaster at 1:42 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 Lancaster?
In Lancaster, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:09 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lancaster?
Twilight in Lancaster lasts approximately 97 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 Lancaster?
The earliest sunrise in Lancaster in 2026 is at 6:16 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lancaster?
The latest sunset in Lancaster in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lancaster?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Lancaster, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:09 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lancaster 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 Lancaster
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lancaster on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 45m |
| July | 6:28 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 30m |
| August | 6:54 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 7:20 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 35m |
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