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Sun Times in Du Quoin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Du Quoin?
Sunrise in Du Quoin on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Du Quoin?
Sunset in Du Quoin on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 7:17 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Du Quoin?
Morning golden hour in Du Quoin ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:42 PM.
How long is the day in Du Quoin?
On Monday, September 7, 2026 in Du Quoin there are 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Du Quoin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Du Quoin 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 Du Quoin?
In Du Quoin, sunset is at 7:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Du Quoin?
Twilight in Du Quoin lasts approximately 90 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 Du Quoin?
The earliest sunrise in Du Quoin in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Du Quoin?
The latest sunset in Du Quoin in 2026 is at 8:23 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Du Quoin?
After sunset at 7:17 PM in Du Quoin, civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Du Quoin 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 Du Quoin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Du Quoin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 50m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 14m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 48m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:44 PM | 10h 07m |
| December | 7:05 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 33m |