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Sun Times in Marcus Hook
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Marcus Hook?
Sunrise in Marcus Hook on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Marcus Hook?
Sunset in Marcus Hook on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:31 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Marcus Hook?
Morning golden hour in Marcus Hook ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Marcus Hook?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Marcus Hook there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Marcus Hook?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Marcus Hook at 1:01 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 Marcus Hook?
In Marcus Hook, sunset is at 7:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Marcus Hook?
Twilight in Marcus Hook lasts approximately 95 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 Marcus Hook?
The earliest sunrise in Marcus Hook in 2026 is at 5:32 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 Marcus Hook?
The latest sunset in Marcus Hook in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Marcus Hook?
After sunset at 7:31 PM in Marcus Hook, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Marcus Hook 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 Marcus Hook
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Marcus Hook on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 40m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 59m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 43m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 22m |