Sun Times in Glen Carbon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Glen Carbon?
Sunrise in Glen Carbon on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:13 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Glen Carbon?
Sunset in Glen Carbon on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Glen Carbon?
Morning golden hour in Glen Carbon ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Glen Carbon?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Glen Carbon there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Glen Carbon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Glen Carbon at 1:04 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Glen Carbon?
In Glen Carbon, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Glen Carbon?
Twilight in Glen Carbon 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 Glen Carbon?
The earliest sunrise in Glen Carbon in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Glen Carbon?
The latest sunset in Glen Carbon in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Glen Carbon?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Glen Carbon, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Glen Carbon 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 Glen Carbon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Glen Carbon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:46 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 28m |
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