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Sun Times in Elm Springs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elm Springs?
Sunrise in Elm Springs on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elm Springs?
Sunset in Elm Springs on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elm Springs?
Morning golden hour in Elm Springs ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Elm Springs?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Elm Springs there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elm Springs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elm Springs at 1:20 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 Springs?
In Elm Springs, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elm Springs?
Twilight in Elm Springs lasts approximately 94 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 Springs?
The earliest sunrise in Elm Springs in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elm Springs?
The latest sunset in Elm Springs in 2026 is at 8:38 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elm Springs?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Elm Springs, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elm Springs 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 Springs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elm Springs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 59m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 06m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 37m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 23m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 15m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 43m |