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Sun Times in Southern Pines
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Southern Pines?
Sunrise in Southern Pines on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Southern Pines?
Sunset in Southern Pines on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Southern Pines?
Morning golden hour in Southern Pines ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in Southern Pines?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Southern Pines there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Southern Pines?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Southern Pines at 1:18 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 Southern Pines?
In Southern Pines, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Southern Pines?
Twilight in Southern Pines lasts approximately 88 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 Southern Pines?
The earliest sunrise in Southern Pines in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Southern Pines?
The latest sunset in Southern Pines in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Southern Pines?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Southern Pines, civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Southern Pines on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 6:02 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:14 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 48m |