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Sun Times in Finley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Finley?
Sunrise in Finley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Finley?
Sunset in Finley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:44 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Finley?
Morning golden hour in Finley ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:02 PM.
How long is the day in Finley?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Finley there are 14 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Finley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Finley at 1:36 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Finley?
In Finley, sunset is at 8:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:48 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Finley?
Twilight in Finley lasts approximately 124 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 Finley?
The earliest sunrise in Finley in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Finley?
The latest sunset in Finley in 2026 is at 9:32 PM on June 19 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Finley?
After sunset at 8:44 PM in Finley, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:48 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Finley 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 Finley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Finley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:14 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 53m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 08m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 9:30 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 35m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 19m |
| December | 8:12 AM | 4:40 PM | 8h 28m |