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Sun Times in Placid Lakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Placid Lakes?
Sunrise in Placid Lakes on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Placid Lakes?
Sunset in Placid Lakes on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Placid Lakes?
Morning golden hour in Placid Lakes ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Placid Lakes?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Placid Lakes there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Placid Lakes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Placid Lakes at 1:25 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 Placid Lakes?
In Placid Lakes, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Placid Lakes?
Twilight in Placid Lakes lasts approximately 80 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 Placid Lakes?
The earliest sunrise in Placid Lakes in 2026 is at 6:30 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 Placid Lakes?
The latest sunset in Placid Lakes in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Placid Lakes?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Placid Lakes, civil twilight ends at 8:09 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 Placid Lakes 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 Placid Lakes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Placid Lakes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 30m |
| June | 6:30 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 51m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 42m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 06m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 48m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 26m |