Sun Times in Elk Rapids
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elk Rapids?
Sunrise in Elk Rapids on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elk Rapids?
Sunset in Elk Rapids on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:49 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elk Rapids?
Morning golden hour in Elk Rapids ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:08 PM.
How long is the day in Elk Rapids?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Elk Rapids there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elk Rapids?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elk Rapids at 1:46 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Elk Rapids?
In Elk Rapids, sunset is at 8:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:43 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elk Rapids?
Twilight in Elk Rapids lasts approximately 115 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 Elk Rapids?
The earliest sunrise in Elk Rapids in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 12 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elk Rapids?
The latest sunset in Elk Rapids in 2026 is at 9:32 PM on June 23 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elk Rapids?
After sunset at 8:49 PM in Elk Rapids, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:43 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elk Rapids 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 Elk Rapids
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elk Rapids on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:15 AM | 5:26 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:53 AM | 7:47 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 6:12 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 7:20 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:56 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:39 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 8:12 AM | 5:01 PM | 8h 48m |
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