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Sun Times in Blue Springs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Blue Springs?
Sunrise in Blue Springs on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Blue Springs?
Sunset in Blue Springs on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:07 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Blue Springs?
Morning golden hour in Blue Springs ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Blue Springs?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Blue Springs there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Blue Springs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Blue Springs at 1:20 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Blue Springs?
In Blue Springs, sunset is at 8:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Blue Springs?
Twilight in Blue Springs lasts approximately 98 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 Blue Springs?
The earliest sunrise in Blue Springs in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Blue Springs?
The latest sunset in Blue Springs in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Blue Springs?
After sunset at 8:07 PM in Blue Springs, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Blue Springs 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 Blue Springs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Blue Springs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:00 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 27m |