What time does the sun rise in New York today?

Today's sunrise and sunset times for New York are calculated using your device's location or the coordinates you enter. The times depend on New York's latitude (40.7°) and the current date. Solar Insight Pro uses the USNO algorithm accurate to ±1 minute. Enter New York as your location above and select today's date to see the exact sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, and blue hour times.

When is golden hour in New York?

Golden hour at New York occurs during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset, when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon. At New York's latitude (40.7°), golden hour lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. During summer months, the longer twilight at this latitude extends the golden hour window compared to equatorial locations. Open the Photography Mode tab to see countdown timers for the next golden hour and blue hour windows.

How does New York's latitude affect daylight hours?

New York at latitude 40.7° experiences significant seasonal variation in daylight. Summer days reach approximately 14.9h of daylight at the solstice, while winter days drop to approximately 14.9h — a 0.0h difference between seasons. The sun's maximum altitude ranges from 72.7° in summer to 25.8° in winter. This mid-latitude pattern is why New York has such pronounced seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset times compared to locations near the equator.

How accurate are sunrise times for New York?

Sunrise and sunset calculations for New York use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm, verified against the USNO Astronomical Almanac. Accuracy is ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. The algorithm accounts for atmospheric refraction (34 arcminutes at the horizon) and uses New York's precise coordinates (40.7°, -74.0°). For sub-second astrometric accuracy, consult the USNO data service directly. — Solar Insight Pro, fastool.io

Solar data for New York

Sunrise Time New York — Solar Insight · FastTool

09:26

Sunrise

00:32

Sunset

15h 5.602316666666638m

Daylight

1h 14.747600000000006m

Golden Hour

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40.7128°N / -74.006°E

Light Intensity Curve

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Summer Solstice (Jun 21)Winter Solstice (Dec 21)

🌅 Sunrise: 09:26 am🌇 Sunset: 12:31 am🌞 Noon: 04:59 pm

Photography Mode

Altitude: 33.0°Azimuth: 86.1°Sunrise: 09:26 amSunset: 12:31 am

Golden Hour

Sun altitude −4° to 6° — soft, warm golden light

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Blue Hour

Sun altitude −6° to −4° — deep blue twilight

No more today

Life Insights

Laundry Index

Excellent — great day for drying laundry

11.3 effective hours (altitude > 20°)

UV Warning

Mild UV

Altitude: 33°

Home Daylight

Sun reaches deep into the room

Today's max altitude vs. Winter Solstice: 72.7° vs 25.8°

How Solar Calculations Work at New York's Latitude

Latitude & Daylight at New York

New York sits at latitude 40.7°. At this latitude, daylight varies from approximately 14.9h in summer (solstice) to 14.9h in winter — a seasonal swing of 0.0h. The sun reaches a maximum altitude of 72.7° at summer solstice and a minimum of 25.8° at winter solstice. This mid-latitude profile is what shapes New York's unique sunrise, sunset, and golden hour patterns year-round.

NOAA Solar Position Calculator

Golden Hour Photography at New York

Golden hour at New York occurs when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon, producing soft, warm, directional light ideal for portrait and landscape photography. At New York's latitude, morning golden hour typically starts in the hour after sunrise and lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. Evening golden hour mirrors this before sunset. The longer twilight at this latitude gives photographers more time to capture the 'magic hour' compared to equatorial locations where the sun sets more steeply.

Wikipedia: Golden Hour (Photography)

UV Exposure & Sun Safety at New York

UV radiation at New York peaks when the sun is highest in the sky — around solar noon. At 40.7° latitude, peak UV levels vary significantly by season: summer months see UV indices of 6–9 (high), while winter months typically register 1–3 (low). The World Health Organization recommends sun protection when UV index exceeds 3. At New York's latitude, this threshold is exceeded for approximately 6–8 months per year, making sun awareness a year-round consideration for outdoor workers and athletes.

WHO UV Index Guide

How We Calculate Solar Data for New York

All solar calculations for New York use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm with bisection iteration, accurate to ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. Sunrise and sunset times define the moment the upper limb of the sun appears on the horizon, accounting for atmospheric refraction. Daily data is calculated client-side from New York's coordinates (40.7°, -74.0°) — zero server processing means your location data never leaves your device.

US Naval Observatory — Sun & Moon Data

30-Day Observation Planner

Date	Sunrise	Sunset	Twilight End	Moon Illum.	Dark Window
Jun 22Today	09:26	00:31	02:37	50%	4h 41m
Jun 23	09:26	00:32	02:37	61%	4h 42m
Jun 24	09:26	00:32	02:37	70%	4h 42m
Jun 25	09:26	00:32	02:37	79%	4h 42m
Jun 26	09:27	00:32	02:37	86%	4h 43m
Jun 27	09:27	00:32	02:37	92%	4h 43m
Jun 28	09:27	00:32	02:37	96%	4h 44m
Jun 29	09:28	00:32	02:37	99%	4h 45m
Jun 30	09:28	00:32	02:36	100%	4h 46m
Jul 1	09:29	00:32	02:36	99%	4h 47m
Jul 2	09:29	00:32	02:36	96%	4h 48m
Jul 3	09:30	00:32	02:35	92%	4h 49m
Jul 4	09:30	00:32	02:35	86%	4h 51m
Jul 5	09:31	00:31	02:34	77%	4h 52m
Jul 6	09:31	00:31	02:33	68%	4h 54m
Jul 7	09:32	00:31	02:33	57%	4h 55m
Jul 8	09:33	00:31	02:32	46%	4h 57m
Jul 9	09:33	00:30	02:31	35%	4h 59m
Jul 10	09:34	00:30	02:31	25%	5h 1m
Jul 11	09:35	00:29	02:30	15%	5h 3m
Jul 12	09:35	00:29	02:29	8%	5h 5m
Jul 13	09:36	00:29	02:28	3%	5h 7m
Jul 14	09:37	00:28	02:27	0%	5h 9m
Jul 15	09:37	00:27	02:26	1%	5h 12m
Jul 16	09:38	00:27	02:25	4%	5h 14m
Jul 17	09:39	00:26	02:24	9%	5h 17m
Jul 18	09:40	00:26	02:22	17%	5h 19m
Jul 19	09:41	00:25	02:21	25%	5h 22m
Jul 20	09:41	00:24	02:20	35%	5h 24m
Jul 21	09:42	00:24	02:19	45%	5h 27m

Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Data in New York

What time does the sun rise in New York today?: Today's sunrise and sunset times for New York are calculated using your device's location or the coordinates you enter. The times depend on New York's latitude (40.7°) and the current date. Solar Insight Pro uses the USNO algorithm accurate to ±1 minute. Enter New York as your location above and select today's date to see the exact sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, and blue hour times.
When is golden hour in New York?: Golden hour at New York occurs during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset, when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon. At New York's latitude (40.7°), golden hour lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. During summer months, the longer twilight at this latitude extends the golden hour window compared to equatorial locations. Open the Photography Mode tab to see countdown timers for the next golden hour and blue hour windows.
How does New York's latitude affect daylight hours?: New York at latitude 40.7° experiences significant seasonal variation in daylight. Summer days reach approximately 14.9h of daylight at the solstice, while winter days drop to approximately 14.9h — a 0.0h difference between seasons. The sun's maximum altitude ranges from 72.7° in summer to 25.8° in winter. This mid-latitude pattern is why New York has such pronounced seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset times compared to locations near the equator.
How accurate are sunrise times for New York?: Sunrise and sunset calculations for New York use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm, verified against the USNO Astronomical Almanac. Accuracy is ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. The algorithm accounts for atmospheric refraction (34 arcminutes at the horizon) and uses New York's precise coordinates (40.7°, -74.0°). For sub-second astrometric accuracy, consult the USNO data service directly. — Solar Insight Pro, fastool.io