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Sun Times in Saint Pete Beach
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Pete Beach?
Sunrise in Saint Pete Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Pete Beach?
Sunset in Saint Pete Beach on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Pete Beach?
Morning golden hour in Saint Pete Beach ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Pete Beach?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Saint Pete Beach there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Pete Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Pete Beach at 1:35 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 Saint Pete Beach?
In Saint Pete Beach, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Pete Beach?
Twilight in Saint Pete Beach lasts approximately 84 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 Pete Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Pete Beach in 2026 is at 6:34 AM on June 4 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Pete Beach?
The latest sunset in Saint Pete Beach in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Pete Beach?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Saint Pete Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Pete 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 Saint Pete Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Pete Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 35m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 31m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 53m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 07m |
| September | 7:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 47m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 24m |