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Sun Times in West Livingston
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Livingston?
Sunrise in West Livingston on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Livingston?
Sunset in West Livingston on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:48 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Livingston?
Morning golden hour in West Livingston ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in West Livingston?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in West Livingston there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Livingston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Livingston at 1:21 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Livingston?
In West Livingston, sunset is at 7:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Livingston?
Twilight in West Livingston lasts approximately 84 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 Livingston?
The earliest sunrise in West Livingston in 2026 is at 6:16 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Livingston?
The latest sunset in West Livingston in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Livingston?
After sunset at 7:48 PM in West Livingston, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Livingston 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 Livingston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Livingston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 23m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:52 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 43m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 08m |
| July | 6:27 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 56m |
| August | 6:46 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 15m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 36m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 10m |