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Sun Times in Cahokia
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cahokia?
Sunrise in Cahokia on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cahokia?
Sunset in Cahokia on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cahokia?
Morning golden hour in Cahokia ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Cahokia?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Cahokia there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cahokia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cahokia at 1:05 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cahokia?
In Cahokia, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cahokia?
Twilight in Cahokia 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 Cahokia?
The earliest sunrise in Cahokia in 2026 is at 5:35 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 Cahokia?
The latest sunset in Cahokia in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cahokia?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Cahokia, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 28 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 Cahokia 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 Cahokia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cahokia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 47m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 51m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:10 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 29m |