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Sun Times in Dawson Springs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dawson Springs?
Sunrise in Dawson Springs on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dawson Springs?
Sunset in Dawson Springs on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:41 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dawson Springs?
Morning golden hour in Dawson Springs ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Dawson Springs?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Dawson Springs there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dawson Springs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dawson Springs at 12:55 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dawson Springs?
In Dawson Springs, sunset is at 7:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dawson Springs?
Twilight in Dawson Springs lasts approximately 96 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 Dawson Springs?
The earliest sunrise in Dawson Springs in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dawson Springs?
The latest sunset in Dawson Springs in 2026 is at 8:15 PM on June 27 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dawson Springs?
After sunset at 7:41 PM in Dawson Springs, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dawson Springs 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 Dawson Springs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dawson Springs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:03 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 54m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 42m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 11m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 37m |