Sun Times in Cleveland
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cleveland?
Sunrise in Cleveland on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cleveland?
Sunset in Cleveland on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cleveland?
Morning golden hour in Cleveland ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Cleveland?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Cleveland there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cleveland?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cleveland at 1:25 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cleveland?
In Cleveland, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cleveland?
Twilight in Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
The earliest sunrise in Cleveland in 2026 is at 6:17 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cleveland?
The latest sunset in Cleveland in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cleveland?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Cleveland, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cleveland 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 Cleveland
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cleveland on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 25m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 41m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 06m |
| July | 6:28 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 55m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 37m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 12m |
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