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Sun Times in Saint Croix
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Croix?
Sunrise in Saint Croix on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (America/St_Thomas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Croix?
Sunset in Saint Croix on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:45 PM (America/St_Thomas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Croix?
Morning golden hour in Saint Croix ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:16 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Croix?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Saint Croix there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Croix?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Croix at 12:23 PM (America/St_Thomas). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint Croix?
In Saint Croix, sunset is at 6:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:01 PM (America/St_Thomas). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Croix?
Twilight in Saint Croix lasts approximately 76 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 Saint Croix?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Croix in 2026 is at 5:43 AM on May 25 (America/St_Thomas). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Croix?
The latest sunset in Saint Croix in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on June 30 (America/St_Thomas). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Croix?
After sunset at 6:45 PM in Saint Croix, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:01 PM (America/St_Thomas).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Croix 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 Saint Croix
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Croix on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 11m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 35m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 33m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 58m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 11m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 05m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 43m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 45m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 18m |
| December | 6:41 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 05m |