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Sun Times in Newtown
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Newtown?
Sunrise in Newtown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Newtown?
Sunset in Newtown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Newtown?
Morning golden hour in Newtown ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:54 PM.
How long is the day in Newtown?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Newtown there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Newtown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Newtown at 1:41 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 Newtown?
In Newtown, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:10 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Newtown?
Twilight in Newtown lasts approximately 99 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 Newtown?
The earliest sunrise in Newtown in 2026 is at 6:10 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Newtown?
The latest sunset in Newtown in 2026 is at 9:07 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Newtown?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Newtown, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:10 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Newtown 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 Newtown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Newtown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:55 AM | 5:39 PM | 9h 44m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:44 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:24 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:23 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 39m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:20 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 26m |