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Sun Times in Goodings Grove
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Goodings Grove?
Sunrise in Goodings Grove on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Goodings Grove?
Sunset in Goodings Grove on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Goodings Grove?
Morning golden hour in Goodings Grove ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Goodings Grove?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Goodings Grove there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Goodings Grove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Goodings Grove at 12:51 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Goodings Grove?
In Goodings Grove, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Goodings Grove?
Twilight in Goodings Grove lasts approximately 98 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 Goodings Grove?
The earliest sunrise in Goodings Grove in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 12 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Goodings Grove?
The latest sunset in Goodings Grove in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Goodings Grove?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in Goodings Grove, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Goodings Grove 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 Goodings Grove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Goodings Grove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:40 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 11m |