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Sun Times in Holiday Lakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Holiday Lakes?
Sunrise in Holiday Lakes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Holiday Lakes?
Sunset in Holiday Lakes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Holiday Lakes?
Morning golden hour in Holiday Lakes ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:11 PM.
How long is the day in Holiday Lakes?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Holiday Lakes there are 12 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Holiday Lakes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Holiday Lakes at 1:21 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Holiday Lakes?
In Holiday Lakes, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Holiday Lakes?
Twilight in Holiday Lakes lasts approximately 81 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 Holiday Lakes?
The earliest sunrise in Holiday Lakes in 2026 is at 6:22 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Holiday Lakes?
The latest sunset in Holiday Lakes in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Holiday Lakes?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Holiday Lakes, civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM — about 24 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 Holiday Lakes 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 Holiday Lakes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Holiday Lakes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 29m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 11m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 37m |
| June | 6:22 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 00m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 50m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 41m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 17m |