Sun Times in Forest Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Forest Park?
Sunrise in Forest Park on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Forest Park?
Sunset in Forest Park on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Forest Park?
Morning golden hour in Forest Park ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Forest Park?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Forest Park there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Forest Park?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Forest Park at 1:29 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Forest Park?
In Forest Park, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:23 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Forest Park?
Twilight in Forest Park lasts approximately 88 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 Forest Park?
The earliest sunrise in Forest Park in 2026 is at 6:13 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 Forest Park?
The latest sunset in Forest Park in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Forest Park?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Forest Park, civil twilight ends at 8:21 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:23 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Forest Park 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 Forest Park
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Forest Park on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:38 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 03m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 33m |
| July | 6:26 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 18m |
| December | 7:31 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 46m |
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