Sun Times in Upper West Side
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Upper West Side?
Sunrise in Upper West Side on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Upper West Side?
Sunset in Upper West Side on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Upper West Side?
Morning golden hour in Upper West Side ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Upper West Side?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Upper West Side there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Upper West Side?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Upper West Side at 1:00 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 Upper West Side?
In Upper West Side, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Upper West Side?
Twilight in Upper West Side lasts approximately 104 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 Upper West Side?
The earliest sunrise in Upper West Side in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Upper West Side?
The latest sunset in Upper West Side in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Upper West Side?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Upper West Side, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 29 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 Upper West Side 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 Upper West Side
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Upper West Side on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 16m |
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