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Sun Times in South Burlington
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Burlington?
Sunrise in South Burlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Burlington?
Sunset in South Burlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Burlington?
Morning golden hour in South Burlington ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in South Burlington?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in South Burlington there are 14 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Burlington?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Burlington at 12:57 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 Burlington?
In South Burlington, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:52 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Burlington?
Twilight in South Burlington lasts approximately 113 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 Burlington?
The earliest sunrise in South Burlington in 2026 is at 5:07 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 South Burlington?
The latest sunset in South Burlington in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Burlington?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in South Burlington, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:52 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Burlington 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 Burlington
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Burlington on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 14m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 29m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 48m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 8:39 PM | 15h 32m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 12m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 02m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 4:25 PM | 9h 36m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 51m |