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Sun Times in South Nyack
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Nyack?
Sunrise in South Nyack on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Nyack?
Sunset in South Nyack on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:34 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Nyack?
Morning golden hour in South Nyack ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:57 PM.
How long is the day in South Nyack?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in South Nyack there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Nyack?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Nyack at 12:56 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 Nyack?
In South Nyack, sunset is at 7:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Nyack?
Twilight in South Nyack lasts approximately 98 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 Nyack?
The earliest sunrise in South Nyack in 2026 is at 5:22 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 Nyack?
The latest sunset in South Nyack in 2026 is at 8:32 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 Nyack?
After sunset at 7:34 PM in South Nyack, civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Nyack 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 Nyack
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Nyack on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 33m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 07m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 14m |