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Sun Times in Palmerton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palmerton?
Sunrise in Palmerton on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palmerton?
Sunset in Palmerton on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:41 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palmerton?
Morning golden hour in Palmerton ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in Palmerton?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Palmerton there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palmerton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palmerton at 1:03 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 Palmerton?
In Palmerton, sunset is at 7:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palmerton?
Twilight in Palmerton lasts approximately 98 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 Palmerton?
The earliest sunrise in Palmerton in 2026 is at 5:30 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 Palmerton?
The latest sunset in Palmerton in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palmerton?
After sunset at 7:41 PM in Palmerton, civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palmerton 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 Palmerton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palmerton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 16m |