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Sun Times in South Dennis
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Dennis?
Sunrise in South Dennis on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Dennis?
Sunset in South Dennis on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:20 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Dennis?
Morning golden hour in South Dennis ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:43 PM.
How long is the day in South Dennis?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in South Dennis there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Dennis?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Dennis at 12:41 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 Dennis?
In South Dennis, sunset is at 7:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:59 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Dennis?
Twilight in South Dennis lasts approximately 100 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 Dennis?
The earliest sunrise in South Dennis in 2026 is at 5:05 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 Dennis?
The latest sunset in South Dennis in 2026 is at 8:19 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 Dennis?
After sunset at 7:20 PM in South Dennis, civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:59 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Dennis 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 Dennis
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Dennis on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 5:05 AM | 8:16 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:19 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:52 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 7:00 AM | 4:10 PM | 9h 10m |