Sun Times in Van Ness
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Van Ness?
Sunrise in Van Ness on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Van Ness?
Sunset in Van Ness on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Van Ness?
Morning golden hour in Van Ness ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Van Ness?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Van Ness there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Van Ness?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Van Ness at 1:11 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 Van Ness?
In Van Ness, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Van Ness?
Twilight in Van Ness 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 Van Ness?
The earliest sunrise in Van Ness in 2026 is at 5:42 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 Van Ness?
The latest sunset in Van Ness in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Van Ness?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Van Ness, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Van Ness 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 Van Ness
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Van Ness on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 27m |
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