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Sun Times in Pantops
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pantops?
Sunrise in Pantops on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pantops?
Sunset in Pantops on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pantops?
Morning golden hour in Pantops ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Pantops?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Pantops there are 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pantops?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pantops at 1:17 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 Pantops?
In Pantops, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pantops?
Twilight in Pantops lasts approximately 96 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 Pantops?
The earliest sunrise in Pantops in 2026 is at 5:50 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 Pantops?
The latest sunset in Pantops in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pantops?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Pantops, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pantops 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 Pantops
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pantops on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 50m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 14m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 48m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 07m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 33m |