Sun Times in Short Pump
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Short Pump?
Sunrise in Short Pump on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Short Pump?
Sunset in Short Pump on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Short Pump?
Morning golden hour in Short Pump ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Short Pump?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Short Pump there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Short Pump?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Short Pump at 1:14 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 Short Pump?
In Short Pump, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Short Pump?
Twilight in Short Pump lasts approximately 97 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 Short Pump?
The earliest sunrise in Short Pump in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Short Pump?
The latest sunset in Short Pump in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Short Pump?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Short Pump, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Short Pump 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 Short Pump
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Short Pump on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 45m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 31m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 35m |
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