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Sun Times in Mid-Cambridge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mid-Cambridge?
Sunrise in Mid-Cambridge on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mid-Cambridge?
Sunset in Mid-Cambridge on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mid-Cambridge?
Morning golden hour in Mid-Cambridge ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Mid-Cambridge?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Mid-Cambridge there are 13 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mid-Cambridge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mid-Cambridge at 12:49 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 Mid-Cambridge?
In Mid-Cambridge, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:34 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mid-Cambridge?
Twilight in Mid-Cambridge lasts approximately 107 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 Mid-Cambridge?
The earliest sunrise in Mid-Cambridge in 2026 is at 5:06 AM on June 13 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mid-Cambridge?
The latest sunset in Mid-Cambridge in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mid-Cambridge?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Mid-Cambridge, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:34 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mid-Cambridge 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 Mid-Cambridge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mid-Cambridge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 26m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 6:56 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 8:23 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 58m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:12 PM | 9h 06m |