Sun Times in Rochester
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rochester?
Sunrise in Rochester on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rochester?
Sunset in Rochester on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rochester?
Morning golden hour in Rochester ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Rochester?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rochester there are 13 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rochester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rochester at 1:02 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rochester?
In Rochester, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:36 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rochester?
Twilight in Rochester 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 Rochester?
The earliest sunrise in Rochester in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rochester?
The latest sunset in Rochester in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rochester?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Rochester, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:36 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rochester 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 Rochester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rochester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 22m |
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