Sun Times in Sanford
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sanford?
Sunrise in Sanford on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:47 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sanford?
Sunset in Sanford on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sanford?
Morning golden hour in Sanford ends at 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Sanford?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Sanford there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sanford?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sanford at 12:47 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 Sanford?
In Sanford, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sanford?
Twilight in Sanford lasts approximately 110 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 Sanford?
The earliest sunrise in Sanford in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sanford?
The latest sunset in Sanford in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sanford?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Sanford, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sanford 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 Sanford
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sanford on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 42m |
| June | 5:01 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 8:21 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 4:18 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 4:07 PM | 8h 59m |
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