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Sun Times in Burns Harbor
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Burns Harbor?
Sunrise in Burns Harbor on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Burns Harbor?
Sunset in Burns Harbor on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:48 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Burns Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Burns Harbor ends at 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Burns Harbor?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Burns Harbor there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Burns Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Burns Harbor at 12:52 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Burns Harbor?
In Burns Harbor, sunset is at 7:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Burns Harbor?
Twilight in Burns Harbor lasts approximately 105 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 Burns Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Burns Harbor in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Burns Harbor?
The latest sunset in Burns Harbor in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Burns Harbor?
After sunset at 7:48 PM in Burns Harbor, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Burns Harbor 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 Burns Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Burns Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:29 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 8:24 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 11m |