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Sun Times in Old Town
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Old Town?
Sunrise in Old Town on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Old Town?
Sunset in Old Town on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Old Town?
Morning golden hour in Old Town ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Old Town?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Old Town there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Old Town?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Old Town at 1:04 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 Old Town?
In Old Town, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:58 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Old Town?
Twilight in Old Town lasts approximately 92 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 Old Town?
The earliest sunrise in Old Town in 2026 is at 5:39 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 Old Town?
The latest sunset in Old Town in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Old Town?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Old Town, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:58 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Old Town 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 Old Town
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Old Town on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 56m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 25m |