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Sun Times in South Shore
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Shore?
Sunrise in South Shore on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Shore?
Sunset in South Shore on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Shore?
Morning golden hour in South Shore ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:48 PM.
How long is the day in South Shore?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in South Shore there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Shore?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Shore at 1:36 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 Shore?
In South Shore, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Shore?
Twilight in South Shore 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 Shore?
The earliest sunrise in South Shore in 2026 is at 6:06 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Shore?
The latest sunset in South Shore in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Shore?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in South Shore, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Shore 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 Shore
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Shore on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:34 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:45 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 29m |