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Sun Times in Elm Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elm Creek?
Sunrise in Elm Creek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:10 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elm Creek?
Sunset in Elm Creek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:22 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elm Creek?
Morning golden hour in Elm Creek ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Elm Creek?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Elm Creek there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elm Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elm Creek at 1:46 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Elm Creek?
In Elm Creek, sunset is at 8:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elm Creek?
Twilight in Elm Creek lasts approximately 85 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 Elm Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Elm Creek in 2026 is at 6:43 AM on June 2 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elm Creek?
The latest sunset in Elm Creek in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elm Creek?
After sunset at 8:22 PM in Elm Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elm Creek 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 Elm Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elm Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:50 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:16 AM | 8:08 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:50 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 35m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 58m |
| July | 6:53 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 7:26 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 19m |