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Sun Times in Clear Lake Shores
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clear Lake Shores?
Sunrise in Clear Lake Shores on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clear Lake Shores?
Sunset in Clear Lake Shores on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clear Lake Shores?
Morning golden hour in Clear Lake Shores ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Clear Lake Shores?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Clear Lake Shores there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clear Lake Shores?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clear Lake Shores at 1:24 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clear Lake Shores?
In Clear Lake Shores, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:26 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clear Lake Shores?
Twilight in Clear Lake Shores lasts approximately 85 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 Clear Lake Shores?
The earliest sunrise in Clear Lake Shores in 2026 is at 6:19 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 Clear Lake Shores?
The latest sunset in Clear Lake Shores in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clear Lake Shores?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Clear Lake Shores, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:26 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clear Lake Shores 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 Clear Lake Shores
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clear Lake Shores on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:19 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 6:48 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 16m |