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Sun Times in Shell Point
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shell Point?
Sunrise in Shell Point on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shell Point?
Sunset in Shell Point on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shell Point?
Morning golden hour in Shell Point ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Shell Point?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Shell Point there are 12 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shell Point?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shell Point at 1:19 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 Shell Point?
In Shell Point, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shell Point?
Twilight in Shell Point lasts approximately 85 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 Shell Point?
The earliest sunrise in Shell Point in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shell Point?
The latest sunset in Shell Point in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shell Point?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Shell Point, civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shell Point 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 Shell Point
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shell Point on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 18m |
| July | 6:23 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 00m |