Sun Times in Rockaway Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rockaway Beach?
Sunrise in Rockaway Beach on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rockaway Beach?
Sunset in Rockaway Beach on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rockaway Beach?
Morning golden hour in Rockaway Beach ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:10 PM.
How long is the day in Rockaway Beach?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Rockaway Beach there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rockaway Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rockaway Beach at 1:15 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rockaway Beach?
In Rockaway Beach, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rockaway Beach?
Twilight in Rockaway Beach lasts approximately 106 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 Rockaway Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Rockaway Beach in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 14 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rockaway Beach?
The latest sunset in Rockaway Beach in 2026 is at 9:09 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rockaway Beach?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Rockaway Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rockaway Beach 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 Rockaway Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rockaway Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 06m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 26m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 56m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 41m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 20m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 07m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 29m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 43m |
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