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Sun Times in Falcon Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Falcon Heights?
Sunrise in Falcon Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Falcon Heights?
Sunset in Falcon Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Falcon Heights?
Morning golden hour in Falcon Heights ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Falcon Heights?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Falcon Heights there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Falcon Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Falcon Heights at 1:11 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Falcon Heights?
In Falcon Heights, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Falcon Heights?
Twilight in Falcon Heights lasts approximately 104 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 Falcon Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Falcon Heights in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Falcon Heights?
The latest sunset in Falcon Heights in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Falcon Heights?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Falcon Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Falcon Heights 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 Falcon Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Falcon Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 52m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 36m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 16m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 33m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 48m |