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Sun Times in Gove
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gove?
Sunrise in Gove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gove?
Sunset in Gove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gove?
Morning golden hour in Gove ends at 7:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Gove?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Gove there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gove at 1:41 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gove?
In Gove, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gove?
Twilight in Gove lasts approximately 93 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 Gove?
The earliest sunrise in Gove in 2026 is at 6:15 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 Gove?
The latest sunset in Gove in 2026 is at 9:11 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gove?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Gove, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gove 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 Gove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:53 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:05 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 9:09 PM | 14h 53m |
| July | 6:28 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:53 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 27m |