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Sun Times in South Eliot
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Eliot?
Sunrise in South Eliot on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Eliot?
Sunset in South Eliot on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Eliot?
Morning golden hour in South Eliot ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:48 PM.
How long is the day in South Eliot?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in South Eliot there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Eliot?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Eliot at 12:44 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 Eliot?
In South Eliot, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:09 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Eliot?
Twilight in South Eliot lasts approximately 103 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 Eliot?
The earliest sunrise in South Eliot in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on June 14 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Eliot?
The latest sunset in South Eliot in 2026 is at 8:26 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 Eliot?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in South Eliot, civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:09 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Eliot 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 Eliot
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Eliot on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 8:24 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 5:17 AM | 8:20 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:08 PM | 9h 01m |