Worcester Sunrise & Sunset in August 2026
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Last updated: January 13, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Worcester, Massachusetts throughout August 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of August in Worcester reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During August, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Worcester benefit from accurate August sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding August's sun time patterns in Worcester, Massachusetts enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. The daily variations in sun times during August may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.
Key August Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: August 1 at 5:41 AM
- Latest sunrise: August 31 at 6:12 AM
- Earliest sunset: August 1 at 8:08 PM
- Latest sunset: August 31 at 7:25 PM
- Day length change: -2h 14m from start to end of month
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for August 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1 | 5:41 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 27m | 5:41 AM - 6:20 AM | 7:28 PM - 8:08 PM |
| Aug 2 | 5:42 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 25m | 5:42 AM - 6:21 AM | 7:27 PM - 8:07 PM |
| Aug 3 | 5:43 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 23m | 5:43 AM - 6:22 AM | 7:26 PM - 8:06 PM |
| Aug 4 | 5:44 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 21m | 5:44 AM - 6:23 AM | 7:25 PM - 8:04 PM |
| Aug 5 | 5:45 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 19m | 5:45 AM - 6:24 AM | 7:24 PM - 8:03 PM |
| Aug 6 | 5:46 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 16m | 5:46 AM - 6:25 AM | 7:23 PM - 8:02 PM |
| Aug 7 | 5:47 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 14m | 5:47 AM - 6:26 AM | 7:21 PM - 8:01 PM |
| Aug 8 | 5:48 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 12m | 5:48 AM - 6:27 AM | 7:20 PM - 7:59 PM |
| Aug 9 | 5:49 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 9m | 5:49 AM - 6:28 AM | 7:19 PM - 7:58 PM |
| Aug 10 | 5:50 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 7m | 5:50 AM - 6:29 AM | 7:18 PM - 7:57 PM |
| Aug 11 | 5:51 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 4m | 5:51 AM - 6:30 AM | 7:17 PM - 7:56 PM |
| Aug 12 | 5:52 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 2m | 5:52 AM - 6:31 AM | 7:15 PM - 7:54 PM |
| Aug 13 | 5:53 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 0m | 5:53 AM - 6:32 AM | 7:14 PM - 7:53 PM |
| Aug 14 | 5:54 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 57m | 5:54 AM - 6:33 AM | 7:13 PM - 7:51 PM |
| Aug 15 | 5:55 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 55m | 5:55 AM - 6:34 AM | 7:11 PM - 7:50 PM |
| Aug 16 | 5:56 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 52m | 5:56 AM - 6:35 AM | 7:10 PM - 7:48 PM |
| Aug 17 | 5:57 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 50m | 5:57 AM - 6:36 AM | 7:09 PM - 7:47 PM |
| Aug 18 | 5:59 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 47m | 5:59 AM - 6:37 AM | 7:07 PM - 7:46 PM |
| Aug 19 | 6:00 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 44m | 6:00 AM - 6:38 AM | 7:06 PM - 7:44 PM |
| Aug 20 | 6:01 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 42m | 6:01 AM - 6:39 AM | 7:04 PM - 7:43 PM |
| Aug 21 | 6:02 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 39m | 6:02 AM - 6:40 AM | 7:03 PM - 7:41 PM |
| Aug 22 | 6:03 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 37m | 6:03 AM - 6:41 AM | 7:01 PM - 7:39 PM |
| Aug 23 | 6:04 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 34m | 6:04 AM - 6:42 AM | 7:00 PM - 7:38 PM |
| Aug 24 | 6:05 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 31m | 6:05 AM - 6:43 AM | 6:58 PM - 7:36 PM |
| Aug 25 | 6:06 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 29m | 6:06 AM - 6:44 AM | 6:57 PM - 7:35 PM |
| Aug 26 | 6:07 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 26m | 6:07 AM - 6:45 AM | 6:55 PM - 7:33 PM |
| Aug 27 | 6:08 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 23m | 6:08 AM - 6:46 AM | 6:54 PM - 7:31 PM |
| Aug 28 | 6:09 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 21m | 6:09 AM - 6:47 AM | 6:52 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Aug 29 | 6:10 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 18m | 6:10 AM - 6:48 AM | 6:51 PM - 7:28 PM |
| Aug 30 | 6:11 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 15m | 6:11 AM - 6:49 AM | 6:49 PM - 7:27 PM |
| Aug 31 | 6:12 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 13m | 6:12 AM - 6:50 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:25 PM |
Last updated: January 13, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Worcester in August
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through August as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Worcester, Massachusetts, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.
You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.
Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in August.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Worcester, Massachusetts in August?
Today, the sun rises in Worcester, Massachusetts at 7:15 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Worcester, Massachusetts in August?
Today, the sun sets in Worcester, Massachusetts at 4:38 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Worcester, Massachusetts in August?
Today's daylight in Worcester, Massachusetts lasts about 9h 23m. As we move through August, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Worcester, Massachusetts?
Golden hour in Worcester, Massachusetts refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.
How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?
Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.
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How People Use This Information
People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.
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Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.