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Sun Times in Gardner
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gardner?
Sunrise in Gardner on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gardner?
Sunset in Gardner on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gardner?
Morning golden hour in Gardner ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Gardner?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Gardner there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gardner?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gardner at 1:24 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gardner?
In Gardner, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:53 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gardner?
Twilight in Gardner lasts approximately 99 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 Gardner?
The earliest sunrise in Gardner in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gardner?
The latest sunset in Gardner in 2026 is at 8:48 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gardner?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Gardner, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:53 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gardner 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 Gardner
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gardner on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:30 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 28m |