Sun Times in Saint Simons Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Simons Island?
Sunrise in Saint Simons Island on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Simons Island?
Sunset in Saint Simons Island on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Simons Island?
Morning golden hour in Saint Simons Island ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:20 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Simons Island?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Saint Simons Island there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Simons Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Simons Island at 1:26 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 Simons Island?
In Saint Simons Island, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Simons Island?
Twilight in Saint Simons Island 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 Simons Island?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Simons Island in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on June 2 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Simons Island?
The latest sunset in Saint Simons Island in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Simons Island?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Saint Simons Island, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Simons Island 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 Simons Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Simons Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 21m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 7:53 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 44m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 10m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 35m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 08m |
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