How long is the day in New York City (the time
between sunrise and sunset) at this time of
year and how high does the Sun get in the
sky? Hint: The Sun is highest in the sky when
it crosses the meridian. The meridian is
shown on the sky for convenience.
The day is about 15 hours long and the
Sun reaches an altitude of 72 degrees.
The day is about 8 hours long and the Sun
reaches an altitude of 27 degrees.
The day is about 18 hours long and the
Sun reaches an altitude of 90 degrees.
The day is about 12 hours long and the
Sun reaches an altitude of 49 degrees.