Hawkins Point Sunrise & Sunset
Sunday, September 13 at Hawkins Point, Maryland. There are 12h 33m of daylight, from sunrise at 6:45 AM to sunset at 7:18 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Hawkins Point.
Daylight by month in Hawkins Point
How sunrise, sunset, and the length of the day change across 2026 at this latitude. Times are for the 15th of each month.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7:24 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 43m | |
| Feb | 6:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 45m | |
| Mar | 7:18 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 55m | |
| Apr | 6:30 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 14m | |
| May | 5:53 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 19m | |
| JunLongest | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 55m | |
| Jul | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 40m | |
| Aug | 6:19 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 43m | |
| Sep | 6:47 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 28m | |
| Oct | 7:16 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 12m | |
| Nov | 6:49 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 03m | |
| DecShortest | 7:18 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 26m |
Longest day around June 21 (14h 56m), shortest around December 21 (9h 25m). That is a swing of 5h 31m across the year.
Time your day on the water
Sunrise, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional PATHR update. No spam.
Sunrise, sunset & daylight at Hawkins Point
On the water, the light runs the day. First light is when you can start to see the channel; the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset is the soft golden light anglers and photographers wait for; and last light is your deadline to be back on the mooring. The times on this page are calculated for Hawkins Point’s exact position and follow the local clock, daylight saving included.
Daylight is not fixed. It swings with the season, and how far it swings depends on latitude. Hawkins Point runs from about 9h 25m at the shortest day to 14h 56m at the longest. Plan an early start against first light, line up the evening bite with the golden hour and sunset, and cross-check the Hawkins Point tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Hawkins Point today?+
On Sunday, September 13, the sun rises at 6:45 AM and sets at 7:18 PM at Hawkins Point, Maryland. First light (dawn) is around 6:18 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:45 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Hawkins Point get today?+
Sunday, September 13 has 12h 33m of daylight at Hawkins Point. The days are getting shorter by about 2 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Hawkins Point?+
The longest day at Hawkins Point is around June 21 with 14h 56m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 9h 25m. That is a swing of 5h 31m across the year.
What is first light, golden hour, and solar noon?+
First light (civil dawn) is when the sky brightens enough to see, about 30 minutes before sunrise. Golden hour is the soft, low-angle light right after sunrise and right before sunset. Solar noon is when the sun is highest, at 1:02 PM today. These matter for planning a dawn departure, a photo, or the evening bite.
Are these sunrise and sunset times accurate?+
Yes. They are calculated to the minute for Hawkins Point's exact coordinates (39.208°, -76.533°) using the standard astronomical equations NOAA's own solar calculator uses, and they follow the local time zone including daylight saving. Times are for a flat sea horizon; hills or headlands can shift the real moment a little.
Bridge clearances near Hawkins Point
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Hawkins Point. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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