Sun Times in Siesta Key
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Siesta Key?
Sunrise in Siesta Key on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Siesta Key?
Sunset in Siesta Key on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Siesta Key?
Morning golden hour in Siesta Key ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Siesta Key?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Siesta Key there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Siesta Key?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Siesta Key at 1:34 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 Siesta Key?
In Siesta Key, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:29 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Siesta Key?
Twilight in Siesta Key lasts approximately 83 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 Siesta Key?
The earliest sunrise in Siesta Key in 2026 is at 6:34 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Siesta Key?
The latest sunset in Siesta Key in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 29 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Siesta Key?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in Siesta Key, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:29 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Siesta Key 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 Siesta Key
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Siesta Key on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:05 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 30m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 51m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 42m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 06m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 48m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 26m |
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