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Sun Times in Elsa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elsa?
Sunrise in Elsa on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elsa?
Sunset in Elsa on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elsa?
Morning golden hour in Elsa ends at 7:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Elsa?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Elsa there are 12 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elsa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elsa at 1:31 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Elsa?
In Elsa, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elsa?
Twilight in Elsa lasts approximately 79 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 Elsa?
The earliest sunrise in Elsa in 2026 is at 6:38 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 Elsa?
The latest sunset in Elsa in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elsa?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Elsa, civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elsa 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 Elsa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elsa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 41m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 7:41 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 6:45 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 26m |
| June | 6:39 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 47m |
| July | 6:49 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 38m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 04m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 51m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 30m |