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Sun Times in Booker
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Booker?
Sunrise in Booker on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Booker?
Sunset in Booker on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Booker?
Morning golden hour in Booker ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:57 PM.
How long is the day in Booker?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Booker there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Booker?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Booker at 1:46 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Booker?
In Booker, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:07 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Booker?
Twilight in Booker lasts approximately 95 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 Booker?
The earliest sunrise in Booker in 2026 is at 6:23 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Booker?
The latest sunset in Booker in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Booker?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Booker, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:07 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Booker 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 Booker
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Booker on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 5:50 PM | 9h 57m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:23 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:52 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 07m |
| June | 6:23 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 38m |
| July | 6:35 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 24m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:49 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 41m |