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Sun Times in Hazel Crest
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hazel Crest?
Sunrise in Hazel Crest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hazel Crest?
Sunset in Hazel Crest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hazel Crest?
Morning golden hour in Hazel Crest ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Hazel Crest?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Hazel Crest there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hazel Crest?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hazel Crest at 12:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hazel Crest?
In Hazel Crest, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hazel Crest?
Twilight in Hazel Crest 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 Hazel Crest?
The earliest sunrise in Hazel Crest in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hazel Crest?
The latest sunset in Hazel Crest in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hazel Crest?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Hazel Crest, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hazel Crest 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 Hazel Crest
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hazel Crest on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:26 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 53m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 11m |