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Sun Times in West Chatham
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Chatham?
Sunrise in West Chatham on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Chatham?
Sunset in West Chatham on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:36 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Chatham?
Morning golden hour in West Chatham ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:58 PM.
How long is the day in West Chatham?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in West Chatham there are 13 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Chatham?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Chatham at 12:44 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 Chatham?
In West Chatham, sunset is at 7:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:20 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Chatham?
Twilight in West Chatham 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 West Chatham?
The earliest sunrise in West Chatham in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on June 13 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Chatham?
The latest sunset in West Chatham in 2026 is at 8:18 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Chatham?
After sunset at 7:36 PM in West Chatham, civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:20 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Chatham 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 Chatham
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Chatham on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 6:51 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 8:16 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:18 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:52 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 4:10 PM | 9h 10m |