Sun Times in South Boston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Boston?
Sunrise in South Boston on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Boston?
Sunset in South Boston on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Boston?
Morning golden hour in South Boston ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in South Boston?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in South Boston there are 13 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Boston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Boston at 1:16 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 South Boston?
In South Boston, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Boston?
Twilight in South Boston lasts approximately 91 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 South Boston?
The earliest sunrise in South Boston in 2026 is at 5:56 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 South Boston?
The latest sunset in South Boston in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Boston?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in South Boston, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 26 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 South Boston 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 South Boston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Boston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 26m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 40m |
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