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Sun Times in Circle Pines
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Circle Pines?
Sunrise in Circle Pines on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Circle Pines?
Sunset in Circle Pines on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Circle Pines?
Morning golden hour in Circle Pines ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Circle Pines?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Circle Pines there are 13 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Circle Pines?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Circle Pines at 1:12 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Circle Pines?
In Circle Pines, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Circle Pines?
Twilight in Circle Pines 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 Circle Pines?
The earliest sunrise in Circle Pines in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 12 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Circle Pines?
The latest sunset in Circle Pines 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 Circle Pines?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Circle Pines, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Circle Pines 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 Circle Pines
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Circle Pines on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 09m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 53m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 37m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 17m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 05m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 32m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 46m |