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Sun Times in Lunenburg
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lunenburg?
Sunrise in Lunenburg on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lunenburg?
Sunset in Lunenburg on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lunenburg?
Morning golden hour in Lunenburg ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Lunenburg?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Lunenburg there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lunenburg?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lunenburg at 12:50 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 Lunenburg?
In Lunenburg, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lunenburg?
Twilight in Lunenburg lasts approximately 106 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 Lunenburg?
The earliest sunrise in Lunenburg in 2026 is at 5:08 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 Lunenburg?
The latest sunset in Lunenburg in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lunenburg?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Lunenburg, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lunenburg 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 Lunenburg
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lunenburg on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 8:26 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:14 PM | 9h 04m |