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Sun Times in Statesboro
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Statesboro?
Sunrise in Statesboro on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Statesboro?
Sunset in Statesboro on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Statesboro?
Morning golden hour in Statesboro ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Statesboro?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Statesboro there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Statesboro?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Statesboro at 1:31 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 Statesboro?
In Statesboro, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Statesboro?
Twilight in Statesboro 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 Statesboro?
The earliest sunrise in Statesboro in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on June 5 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Statesboro?
The latest sunset in Statesboro in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on June 24 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Statesboro?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Statesboro, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Statesboro 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 Statesboro
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Statesboro on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:37 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:19 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 16m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 02m |