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Sun Times in Laurel Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Laurel Bay?
Sunrise in Laurel Bay on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Laurel Bay?
Sunset in Laurel Bay on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Laurel Bay?
Morning golden hour in Laurel Bay ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Laurel Bay?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Laurel Bay there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Laurel Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Laurel Bay at 1:27 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 Laurel Bay?
In Laurel Bay, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Laurel Bay?
Twilight in Laurel Bay lasts approximately 88 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 Laurel Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Laurel Bay in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 5 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Laurel Bay?
The latest sunset in Laurel Bay in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Laurel Bay?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Laurel Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Laurel Bay 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 Laurel Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Laurel Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:24 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 6:26 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 02m |