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Sun Times in Arden Hills
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arden Hills?
Sunrise in Arden Hills on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arden Hills?
Sunset in Arden Hills on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arden Hills?
Morning golden hour in Arden Hills ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Arden Hills?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Arden Hills there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arden Hills?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arden Hills at 1:13 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Arden Hills?
In Arden Hills, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arden Hills?
Twilight in Arden Hills lasts approximately 106 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Arden Hills?
The earliest sunrise in Arden Hills in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Arden Hills?
The latest sunset in Arden Hills in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arden Hills?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Arden Hills, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arden Hills shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Arden Hills
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arden Hills on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 52m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 36m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 16m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 33m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 47m |