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Sun Times in Wading River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wading River?
Sunrise in Wading River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wading River?
Sunset in Wading River on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wading River?
Morning golden hour in Wading River ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Wading River?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Wading River there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wading River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wading River at 12:51 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 Wading River?
In Wading River, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:58 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wading River?
Twilight in Wading River lasts approximately 96 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 Wading River?
The earliest sunrise in Wading River in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on June 11 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wading River?
The latest sunset in Wading River in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wading River?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Wading River, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:58 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wading River 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 Wading River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wading River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:13 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 15m |