Sun Times in Houghton Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Houghton Lake?
Sunrise in Houghton Lake on Sunday, September 13, 2026 is at 7:15 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Houghton Lake?
Sunset in Houghton Lake on Sunday, September 13, 2026 is at 7:53 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Houghton Lake?
Morning golden hour in Houghton Lake ends at 7:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Houghton Lake?
On Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Houghton Lake there are 12 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Houghton Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Houghton Lake at 1:34 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Houghton Lake?
In Houghton Lake, sunset is at 7:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Houghton Lake?
Twilight in Houghton Lake lasts approximately 99 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 Houghton Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Houghton Lake in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 10 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Houghton Lake?
The latest sunset in Houghton Lake in 2026 is at 9:27 PM on June 23 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Houghton Lake?
After sunset at 7:53 PM in Houghton Lake, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Houghton 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 Houghton Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Houghton Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:11 AM | 5:26 PM | 9h 15m |
| February | 7:38 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 48m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 31m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 11m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:54 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:35 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 37m |
| December | 8:08 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 52m |
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