Sun Times in West Albany
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Albany?
Sunrise in West Albany on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Albany?
Sunset in West Albany on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Albany?
Morning golden hour in West Albany ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in West Albany?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in West Albany there are 13 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Albany?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Albany at 12:58 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 West Albany?
In West Albany, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Albany?
Twilight in West Albany lasts approximately 106 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 West Albany?
The earliest sunrise in West Albany in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Albany?
The latest sunset in West Albany in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Albany?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in West Albany, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 30 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 West Albany 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 West Albany
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Albany on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 04m |
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