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Sun Times in Port Chester
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Chester?
Sunrise in Port Chester on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Chester?
Sunset in Port Chester on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Chester?
Morning golden hour in Port Chester ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Port Chester?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Port Chester there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Chester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Chester at 12:54 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 Port Chester?
In Port Chester, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Chester?
Twilight in Port Chester lasts approximately 97 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 Port Chester?
The earliest sunrise in Port Chester in 2026 is at 5:21 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 Port Chester?
The latest sunset in Port Chester in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Chester?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Port Chester, civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM — about 28 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 Port Chester 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 Port Chester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Chester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:36 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 07m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 15m |