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Sun Times in Grosse Pointe Farms
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grosse Pointe Farms?
Sunrise in Grosse Pointe Farms on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grosse Pointe Farms?
Sunset in Grosse Pointe Farms on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grosse Pointe Farms?
Morning golden hour in Grosse Pointe Farms ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Grosse Pointe Farms?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Grosse Pointe Farms there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grosse Pointe Farms?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grosse Pointe Farms at 1:33 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grosse Pointe Farms?
In Grosse Pointe Farms, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grosse Pointe Farms?
Twilight in Grosse Pointe Farms lasts approximately 101 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 Grosse Pointe Farms?
The earliest sunrise in Grosse Pointe Farms in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on June 14 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Grosse Pointe Farms?
The latest sunset in Grosse Pointe Farms in 2026 is at 9:12 PM on June 20 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grosse Pointe Farms?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Grosse Pointe Farms, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grosse Pointe Farms 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 Grosse Pointe Farms
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grosse Pointe Farms on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:58 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 26m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 37m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 59m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:53 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 06m |