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Sun Times in Ocean Gate
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ocean Gate?
Sunrise in Ocean Gate on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ocean Gate?
Sunset in Ocean Gate on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ocean Gate?
Morning golden hour in Ocean Gate ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Ocean Gate?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Ocean Gate there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ocean Gate?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ocean Gate at 1:01 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 Ocean Gate?
In Ocean Gate, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:34 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ocean Gate?
Twilight in Ocean Gate lasts approximately 101 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 Ocean Gate?
The earliest sunrise in Ocean Gate in 2026 is at 5:27 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 Ocean Gate?
The latest sunset in Ocean Gate in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ocean Gate?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Ocean Gate, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 29 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 Ocean Gate 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 Ocean Gate
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ocean Gate on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 40m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 8:26 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 43m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 21m |