Sun Times in Central Gardens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Central Gardens?
Sunrise in Central Gardens on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Central Gardens?
Sunset in Central Gardens on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Central Gardens?
Morning golden hour in Central Gardens ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Central Gardens?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Central Gardens there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Central Gardens?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens?
In Central Gardens, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:23 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Central Gardens?
Twilight in Central Gardens lasts approximately 86 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 Central Gardens?
The earliest sunrise in Central Gardens in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Central Gardens?
The latest sunset in Central Gardens in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Central Gardens?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Central Gardens, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:23 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Central Gardens 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 Central Gardens
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Central Gardens on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 26m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 40m |
| June | 6:14 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 04m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 53m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 14m |
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