Sun Times in Silver Spring
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Silver Spring?
Sunrise in Silver Spring on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Silver Spring?
Sunset in Silver Spring on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Silver Spring?
Morning golden hour in Silver Spring ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Silver Spring?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Silver Spring there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Silver Spring?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Silver Spring at 1:08 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 Silver Spring?
In Silver Spring, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Silver Spring?
Twilight in Silver Spring lasts approximately 94 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 Silver Spring?
The earliest sunrise in Silver Spring in 2026 is at 5:41 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 Silver Spring?
The latest sunset in Silver Spring in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Silver Spring?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Silver Spring, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Silver Spring on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 27m |
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