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Sun Times in West Islip
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Islip?
Sunrise in West Islip on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Islip?
Sunset in West Islip on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Islip?
Morning golden hour in West Islip ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in West Islip?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in West Islip there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Islip?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Islip at 12:57 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 Islip?
In West Islip, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Islip?
Twilight in West Islip lasts approximately 103 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 Islip?
The earliest sunrise in West Islip in 2026 is at 5:21 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 West Islip?
The latest sunset in West Islip in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Islip?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in West Islip, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 29 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 West Islip 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 Islip
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Islip on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:36 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 8:26 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:40 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 17m |