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Sun Times in Early
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Early?
Sunrise in Early on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Early?
Sunset in Early on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Early?
Morning golden hour in Early ends at 7:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Early?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Early there are 12 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Early?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Early at 1:35 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Early?
In Early, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:21 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Early?
Twilight in Early lasts approximately 84 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 Early?
The earliest sunrise in Early in 2026 is at 6:29 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 Early?
The latest sunset in Early in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Early?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Early, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:21 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Early 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 Early
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Early on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 19m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 7:45 AM | 7:43 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:07 AM | 8:04 PM | 12h 58m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 47m |
| June | 6:30 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 13m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 01m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 7:19 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:39 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 32m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 05m |