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Sun Times in Gurdon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gurdon?
Sunrise in Gurdon on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gurdon?
Sunset in Gurdon on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:36 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gurdon?
Morning golden hour in Gurdon ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Gurdon?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Gurdon there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gurdon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gurdon at 1:12 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gurdon?
In Gurdon, sunset is at 7:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gurdon?
Twilight in Gurdon lasts approximately 86 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 Gurdon?
The earliest sunrise in Gurdon in 2026 is at 6:01 AM on June 4 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gurdon?
The latest sunset in Gurdon in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gurdon?
After sunset at 7:36 PM in Gurdon, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gurdon 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 Gurdon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gurdon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 6:01 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 55m |