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Sun Times in Merrick
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Merrick?
Sunrise in Merrick on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Merrick?
Sunset in Merrick on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Merrick?
Morning golden hour in Merrick ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:11 PM.
How long is the day in Merrick?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Merrick there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Merrick?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Merrick at 12:58 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 Merrick?
In Merrick, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Merrick?
Twilight in Merrick lasts approximately 102 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 Merrick?
The earliest sunrise in Merrick in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Merrick?
The latest sunset in Merrick in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Merrick?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Merrick, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 29 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 Merrick 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 Merrick
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Merrick on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 04m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 17m |