Sun Times in Iowa City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Iowa City?
Sunrise in Iowa City on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Iowa City?
Sunset in Iowa City on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 7:13 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Iowa City?
Morning golden hour in Iowa City ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in Iowa City?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Iowa City there are 12 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Iowa City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Iowa City at 1:00 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Iowa City?
In Iowa City, sunset is at 7:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Iowa City?
Twilight in Iowa City lasts approximately 94 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 Iowa City?
The earliest sunrise in Iowa City in 2026 is at 5:31 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 Iowa City?
The latest sunset in Iowa City in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Iowa City?
After sunset at 7:13 PM in Iowa City, civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:47 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Iowa City 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 Iowa City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Iowa City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:55 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 10m |
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