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Sun Times in Inver Grove Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Inver Grove Heights?
Sunrise in Inver Grove Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Inver Grove Heights?
Sunset in Inver Grove Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Inver Grove Heights?
Morning golden hour in Inver Grove Heights ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Inver Grove Heights?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Inver Grove Heights there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Inver Grove Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Inver Grove Heights at 1:11 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Inver Grove Heights?
In Inver Grove Heights, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Inver Grove Heights?
Twilight in Inver Grove Heights lasts approximately 104 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 Inver Grove Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Inver Grove Heights in 2026 is at 5:25 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 Inver Grove Heights?
The latest sunset in Inver Grove Heights in 2026 is at 9:02 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Inver Grove Heights?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Inver Grove Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:29 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Inver Grove Heights 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 Inver Grove Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Inver Grove Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:09 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:43 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 49m |