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Sun Times in Hardin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hardin?
Sunrise in Hardin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hardin?
Sunset in Hardin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hardin?
Morning golden hour in Hardin ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Hardin?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Hardin there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hardin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hardin at 1:07 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hardin?
In Hardin, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hardin?
Twilight in Hardin lasts approximately 100 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 Hardin?
The earliest sunrise in Hardin in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hardin?
The latest sunset in Hardin in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hardin?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Hardin, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hardin 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 Hardin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hardin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 44m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 55m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 39m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 26m |