Sun Times in New York City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in New York City?
Check the sunrise time displayed above for New York City (America/New_York). Times are calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in New York City?
Check the sunset time displayed above for New York City (America/New_York). Times are calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in New York City?
Golden hour times for New York City are displayed above. Morning golden hour runs from sunrise until about an hour after. Evening golden hour starts about an hour before sunset.
How long is the day in New York City?
The day length for New York City is shown above. It represents the time between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in New York City?
The sun's highest point (solar noon) for New York City is shown in the times above (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian.
What time does it get dark in New York City?
Sunset and dusk times for New York City are displayed above (America/New_York). It typically takes over an hour after sunset for the sky to get fully dark.
How long does twilight last in New York City?
Twilight duration in New York City varies by season. You can calculate it from the sunset and astronomical dusk times shown above.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in New York City?
The earliest sunrise in New York City in 2026 is at 5:24 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 New York City?
The latest sunset in New York City in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in New York City?
After sunset in New York City, civil twilight lasts roughly 30 minutes, during which the sky fades but remains somewhat bright. Full darkness follows after astronomical dusk. See the exact times above.
What these times mean
Solar times in New York City 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 New York City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in New York City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 17m |
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