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Sun Times in Fairchilds
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fairchilds?
Sunrise in Fairchilds on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fairchilds?
Sunset in Fairchilds on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fairchilds?
Morning golden hour in Fairchilds ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Fairchilds?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Fairchilds there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fairchilds?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fairchilds at 1:27 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fairchilds?
In Fairchilds, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fairchilds?
Twilight in Fairchilds 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 Fairchilds?
The earliest sunrise in Fairchilds in 2026 is at 6:22 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fairchilds?
The latest sunset in Fairchilds in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fairchilds?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Fairchilds, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fairchilds 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 Fairchilds
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fairchilds on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:23 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 01m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 41m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 16m |