Sun Times in West Palm Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Palm Beach?
Sunrise in West Palm Beach on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:55 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Palm Beach?
Sunset in West Palm Beach on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Palm Beach?
Morning golden hour in West Palm Beach ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in West Palm Beach?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in West Palm Beach there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Palm Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Palm Beach at 1:23 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 Palm Beach?
In West Palm Beach, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Palm Beach?
Twilight in West Palm Beach lasts approximately 81 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 Palm Beach?
The earliest sunrise in West Palm Beach in 2026 is at 6:26 AM on June 1 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Palm Beach?
The latest sunset in West Palm Beach in 2026 is at 8:17 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 Palm Beach?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in West Palm Beach, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Palm Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 39m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 16m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 28m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 49m |
| July | 6:36 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 39m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 05m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 50m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 28m |
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