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Sun Times in Shirley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shirley?
Sunrise in Shirley on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shirley?
Sunset in Shirley on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shirley?
Morning golden hour in Shirley ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Shirley?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Shirley there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shirley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shirley at 12:50 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 Shirley?
In Shirley, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shirley?
Twilight in Shirley lasts approximately 107 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 Shirley?
The earliest sunrise in Shirley in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shirley?
The latest sunset in Shirley in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shirley?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Shirley, civil twilight ends at 8:16 PM — about 30 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 Shirley 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 Shirley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shirley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:13 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 37m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 17m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 6:59 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:14 PM | 9h 05m |