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Sun Times in Nelsonville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nelsonville?
Sunrise in Nelsonville on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nelsonville?
Sunset in Nelsonville on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nelsonville?
Morning golden hour in Nelsonville ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Nelsonville?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Nelsonville there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nelsonville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nelsonville at 1:28 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 Nelsonville?
In Nelsonville, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nelsonville?
Twilight in Nelsonville lasts approximately 94 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 Nelsonville?
The earliest sunrise in Nelsonville in 2026 is at 6:01 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 Nelsonville?
The latest sunset in Nelsonville in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nelsonville?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Nelsonville, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nelsonville 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 Nelsonville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nelsonville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 5:29 PM | 9h 42m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:51 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 21m |
| June | 6:01 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 57m |
| July | 6:14 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 41m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:38 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 01m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 24m |