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Sun Times in Queensbury
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Queensbury?
Sunrise in Queensbury on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Queensbury?
Sunset in Queensbury on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Queensbury?
Morning golden hour in Queensbury ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:35 PM.
How long is the day in Queensbury?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Queensbury there are 14 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Queensbury?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Queensbury at 1:10 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Queensbury?
In Queensbury, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:51 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Queensbury?
Twilight in Queensbury lasts approximately 148 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 Queensbury?
The earliest sunrise in Queensbury in 2026 is at 4:35 AM on June 17 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Queensbury?
The latest sunset in Queensbury in 2026 is at 9:42 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Queensbury?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Queensbury, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:51 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Queensbury 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 Queensbury
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Queensbury on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:16 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 01m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 57m |
| June | 4:36 AM | 9:39 PM | 17h 04m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 9:30 PM | 16h 34m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 51m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 36m |
| November | 7:34 AM | 4:09 PM | 8h 35m |
| December | 8:18 AM | 3:46 PM | 7h 28m |