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Sun Times in Clay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clay?
Sunrise in Clay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clay?
Sunset in Clay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:17 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clay?
Morning golden hour in Clay ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:42 PM.
How long is the day in Clay?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Clay there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clay at 12:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clay?
In Clay, sunset is at 7:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clay?
Twilight in Clay 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 Clay?
The earliest sunrise in Clay in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Clay?
The latest sunset in Clay in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clay?
After sunset at 7:17 PM in Clay, civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clay 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 Clay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 30m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 6:59 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:30 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 10m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 36m |