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Sun Times in Bull Shoals
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bull Shoals?
Sunrise in Bull Shoals on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bull Shoals?
Sunset in Bull Shoals on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bull Shoals?
Morning golden hour in Bull Shoals ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:10 PM.
How long is the day in Bull Shoals?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Bull Shoals there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bull Shoals?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bull Shoals at 1:11 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bull Shoals?
In Bull Shoals, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bull Shoals?
Twilight in Bull Shoals lasts approximately 91 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 Bull Shoals?
The earliest sunrise in Bull Shoals in 2026 is at 5:51 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 Bull Shoals?
The latest sunset in Bull Shoals in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bull Shoals?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Bull Shoals, civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bull Shoals 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 Bull Shoals
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bull Shoals on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 58m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 07m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 38m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 24m |
| August | 6:28 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 42m |