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Sun Times in Orwell
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Orwell?
Sunrise in Orwell on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Orwell?
Sunset in Orwell on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:22 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Orwell?
Morning golden hour in Orwell ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:44 PM.
How long is the day in Orwell?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Orwell there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Orwell?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Orwell at 1:27 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 Orwell?
In Orwell, sunset is at 8:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:07 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Orwell?
Twilight in Orwell lasts approximately 105 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 Orwell?
The earliest sunrise in Orwell in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 13 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Orwell?
The latest sunset in Orwell in 2026 is at 9:01 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Orwell?
After sunset at 8:22 PM in Orwell, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:07 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Orwell 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 Orwell
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Orwell on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 10m |
| July | 6:02 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 53m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:43 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 11m |