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Sun Times in Delavan Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Delavan Lake?
Sunrise in Delavan Lake on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Delavan Lake?
Sunset in Delavan Lake on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Delavan Lake?
Morning golden hour in Delavan Lake ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Delavan Lake?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Delavan Lake there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Delavan Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Delavan Lake at 12:54 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Delavan Lake?
In Delavan Lake, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:06 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Delavan Lake?
Twilight in Delavan Lake lasts approximately 99 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 Delavan Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Delavan Lake in 2026 is at 5:16 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 Delavan Lake?
The latest sunset in Delavan Lake in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Delavan Lake?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Delavan Lake, civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:06 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Delavan Lake 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 Delavan Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Delavan Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 04m |