Sun Times in South Riding
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Riding?
Sunrise in South Riding on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Riding?
Sunset in South Riding on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:43 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Riding?
Morning golden hour in South Riding ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in South Riding?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in South Riding there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Riding?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Riding at 1:10 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 Riding?
In South Riding, sunset is at 7:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Riding?
Twilight in South Riding lasts approximately 94 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 Riding?
The earliest sunrise in South Riding in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Riding?
The latest sunset in South Riding in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Riding?
After sunset at 7:43 PM in South Riding, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Riding 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 Riding
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Riding on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 27m |
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