Sun Times in Rock Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rock Hill?
Sunrise in Rock Hill on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rock Hill?
Sunset in Rock Hill on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rock Hill?
Morning golden hour in Rock Hill ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:38 PM.
How long is the day in Rock Hill?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rock Hill there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rock Hill?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rock Hill at 1:28 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 Rock Hill?
In Rock Hill, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rock Hill?
Twilight in Rock Hill lasts approximately 93 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 Rock Hill?
The earliest sunrise in Rock Hill in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rock Hill?
The latest sunset in Rock Hill in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rock Hill?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Rock Hill, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rock Hill 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 Rock Hill
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rock Hill on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 05m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:52 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 00m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 6:21 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 50m |
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