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Sun Times in Iowa Colony
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Iowa Colony?
Sunrise in Iowa Colony on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Iowa Colony?
Sunset in Iowa Colony on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Iowa Colony?
Morning golden hour in Iowa Colony ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Iowa Colony?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Iowa Colony there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Iowa Colony?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Iowa Colony at 1:23 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 Colony?
In Iowa Colony, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Iowa Colony?
Twilight in Iowa Colony 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 Iowa Colony?
The earliest sunrise in Iowa Colony in 2026 is at 6:21 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 Iowa Colony?
The latest sunset in Iowa Colony in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Iowa Colony?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Iowa Colony, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Iowa Colony 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 Colony
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Iowa Colony on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 16m |