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Sun Times in Port Dickinson
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Dickinson?
Sunrise in Port Dickinson on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Dickinson?
Sunset in Port Dickinson on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Dickinson?
Morning golden hour in Port Dickinson ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Port Dickinson?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Port Dickinson there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Dickinson?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Dickinson at 1:05 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 Dickinson?
In Port Dickinson, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Dickinson?
Twilight in Port Dickinson lasts approximately 101 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 Dickinson?
The earliest sunrise in Port Dickinson in 2026 is at 5:26 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 Dickinson?
The latest sunset in Port Dickinson in 2026 is at 8:43 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 Dickinson?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Port Dickinson, civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Dickinson 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 Dickinson
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Dickinson on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 35m |
| June | 5:26 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 15m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 57m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 48m |
| December | 7:25 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 07m |