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Sun Times in South Canal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Canal?
Sunrise in South Canal on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Canal?
Sunset in South Canal on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Canal?
Morning golden hour in South Canal ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in South Canal?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in South Canal there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Canal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Canal at 1:28 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 Canal?
In South Canal, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:08 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Canal?
Twilight in South Canal lasts approximately 104 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 Canal?
The earliest sunrise in South Canal in 2026 is at 5:50 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 Canal?
The latest sunset in South Canal in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Canal?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in South Canal, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:08 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Canal 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 Canal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Canal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 33m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:05 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 30m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 08m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 51m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 14m |