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Sun Times in East Brainerd
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Brainerd?
Sunrise in East Brainerd on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:14 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Brainerd?
Sunset in East Brainerd on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Brainerd?
Morning golden hour in East Brainerd ends at 7:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in East Brainerd?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in East Brainerd there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Brainerd?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Brainerd at 1:39 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in East Brainerd?
In East Brainerd, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Brainerd?
Twilight in East Brainerd lasts approximately 87 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 East Brainerd?
The earliest sunrise in East Brainerd in 2026 is at 6:26 AM on June 5 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Brainerd?
The latest sunset in East Brainerd in 2026 is at 8:58 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Brainerd?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in East Brainerd, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Brainerd 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 East Brainerd
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Brainerd on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 6:23 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:48 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 00m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:41 AM | 5:30 PM | 9h 49m |