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Sun Times in McKees Rocks
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in McKees Rocks?
Sunrise in McKees Rocks on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in McKees Rocks?
Sunset in McKees Rocks on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in McKees Rocks?
Morning golden hour in McKees Rocks ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in McKees Rocks?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in McKees Rocks there are 13 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in McKees Rocks?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in McKees Rocks at 1:19 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 McKees Rocks?
In McKees Rocks, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:26 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in McKees Rocks?
Twilight in McKees Rocks lasts approximately 96 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 McKees Rocks?
The earliest sunrise in McKees Rocks in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in McKees Rocks?
The latest sunset in McKees Rocks in 2026 is at 8:54 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in McKees Rocks?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in McKees Rocks, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:26 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in McKees Rocks 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 McKees Rocks
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in McKees Rocks on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:41 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:27 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 26m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 6:02 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 7:36 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 18m |