Sunrise and Sunset Times in Cary, North Carolina
Today's Sun Data
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 6:59 AM |
| Solar Noon | 12:02 PM |
| Sunset | 5:05 PM |
| Golden Hour Start | 4:27 PM |
| Golden Hour End | 7:37 AM |
| Civil Dawn | 6:32 AM |
| Civil Dusk | 5:33 PM |
| Nautical Dawn | 6:00 AM |
| Nautical Dusk | 6:04 PM |
| Astronomical Dawn | 5:30 AM |
| Astronomical Dusk | 6:35 PM |
| Day Length | 10h 6m |
Data updated daily.
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About Sun Times in Cary
Cary, North Carolina experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its location at latitude 35.7915° and longitude -78.7811°. Today, the sun rises at 6:59 AM and sets at 5:05 PM, providing 10 hours and 6 minutes of daylight.
The golden hour, ideal for photography and outdoor activities, occurs between 4:27 PM and 7:37 AM today. During this period, the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting conditions. Civil twilight begins at 6:32 AM and ends at 5:33 PM, offering enough natural light for most activities without artificial lighting.
Understanding these sun times helps residents and visitors plan their day, whether for outdoor recreation, photography, or simply knowing when to expect daylight. The times change daily as the Earth orbits the sun, with longer days in summer and shorter days in winter.