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Sun Times in Wayne Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wayne Heights?
Sunrise in Wayne Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wayne Heights?
Sunset in Wayne Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:38 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wayne Heights?
Morning golden hour in Wayne Heights ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:02 PM.
How long is the day in Wayne Heights?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Wayne Heights there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wayne Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wayne Heights at 1:09 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 Wayne Heights?
In Wayne Heights, sunset is at 7:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wayne Heights?
Twilight in Wayne Heights lasts approximately 94 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 Wayne Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Wayne Heights in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 9 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wayne Heights?
The latest sunset in Wayne Heights in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wayne Heights?
After sunset at 7:38 PM in Wayne Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:05 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wayne Heights 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 Wayne Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wayne Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 00m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 22m |