Sun Times in Council Bluffs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Council Bluffs?
Sunrise in Council Bluffs on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Council Bluffs?
Sunset in Council Bluffs on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Council Bluffs?
Morning golden hour in Council Bluffs ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Council Bluffs?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Council Bluffs there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Council Bluffs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Council Bluffs at 1:28 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Council Bluffs?
In Council Bluffs, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:08 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Council Bluffs?
Twilight in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?
The earliest sunrise in Council Bluffs in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Council Bluffs?
The latest sunset in Council Bluffs in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Council Bluffs?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Council Bluffs, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:08 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Council Bluffs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 33m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 08m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 51m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 13m |
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