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Sun Times in Hide-A-Way Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hide-A-Way Lake?
Sunrise in Hide-A-Way Lake on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hide-A-Way Lake?
Sunset in Hide-A-Way Lake on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hide-A-Way Lake?
Morning golden hour in Hide-A-Way Lake ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:53 PM.
How long is the day in Hide-A-Way Lake?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Hide-A-Way Lake there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hide-A-Way Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hide-A-Way Lake at 12:59 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hide-A-Way Lake?
In Hide-A-Way Lake, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:49 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hide-A-Way Lake?
Twilight in Hide-A-Way Lake lasts approximately 83 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 Hide-A-Way Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Hide-A-Way Lake in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hide-A-Way Lake?
The latest sunset in Hide-A-Way Lake in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on June 27 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hide-A-Way Lake?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Hide-A-Way Lake, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:49 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hide-A-Way Lake 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 Hide-A-Way Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hide-A-Way Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:56 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 24m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 42m |
| June | 5:55 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 07m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 56m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 15m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 37m |
| December | 6:48 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 11m |