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Sun Times in Palm Coast
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palm Coast?
Sunrise in Palm Coast on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palm Coast?
Sunset in Palm Coast on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palm Coast?
Morning golden hour in Palm Coast ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Palm Coast?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Palm Coast there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palm Coast?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palm Coast at 1:24 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 Palm Coast?
In Palm Coast, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palm Coast?
Twilight in Palm Coast lasts approximately 81 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 Palm Coast?
The earliest sunrise in Palm Coast in 2026 is at 6:24 AM on June 2 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palm Coast?
The latest sunset in Palm Coast in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palm Coast?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Palm Coast, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palm Coast 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 Palm Coast
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palm Coast on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 52m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 16m |