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Sun Times in Hanover Park
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hanover Park?
Sunrise in Hanover Park on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hanover Park?
Sunset in Hanover Park on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hanover Park?
Morning golden hour in Hanover Park ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Hanover Park?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Hanover Park there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hanover Park?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hanover Park at 12:52 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hanover Park?
In Hanover Park, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hanover Park?
Twilight in Hanover Park 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 Hanover Park?
The earliest sunrise in Hanover Park in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hanover Park?
The latest sunset in Hanover Park in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hanover Park?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in Hanover Park, civil twilight ends at 7:52 PM — about 29 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 Hanover Park 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 Hanover Park
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hanover Park on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 34m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 14m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 56m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 52m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 49m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 08m |