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Sun Times in Maxton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maxton?
Sunrise in Maxton on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maxton?
Sunset in Maxton on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maxton?
Morning golden hour in Maxton ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Maxton?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Maxton there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maxton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maxton at 1:17 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 Maxton?
In Maxton, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:09 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maxton?
Twilight in Maxton lasts approximately 87 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 Maxton?
The earliest sunrise in Maxton in 2026 is at 6:03 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 Maxton?
The latest sunset in Maxton in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maxton?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Maxton, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:09 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maxton 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 Maxton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maxton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 05m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 58m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 29m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 27m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 51m |