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Sun Times in North Hero
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Hero?
Sunrise in North Hero on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Hero?
Sunset in North Hero on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:00 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Hero?
Morning golden hour in North Hero ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:20 PM.
How long is the day in North Hero?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in North Hero there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Hero?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Hero at 12:57 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 North Hero?
In North Hero, sunset is at 8:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Hero?
Twilight in North Hero lasts approximately 114 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 North Hero?
The earliest sunrise in North Hero in 2026 is at 5:06 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 North Hero?
The latest sunset in North Hero in 2026 is at 8:43 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Hero?
After sunset at 8:00 PM in North Hero, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Hero 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 North Hero
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Hero on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 8:36 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 49m |