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Sun Times in Rutherford College
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rutherford College?
Sunrise in Rutherford College on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rutherford College?
Sunset in Rutherford College on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rutherford College?
Morning golden hour in Rutherford College ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Rutherford College?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rutherford College there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rutherford College?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rutherford College at 1:30 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 Rutherford College?
In Rutherford College, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rutherford College?
Twilight in Rutherford College lasts approximately 94 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 Rutherford College?
The earliest sunrise in Rutherford College in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rutherford College?
The latest sunset in Rutherford College in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rutherford College?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Rutherford College, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rutherford College on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 01m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 34m |
| July | 6:21 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 21m |
| August | 6:45 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 45m |