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Sun Times in Itasca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Itasca?
Sunrise in Itasca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Itasca?
Sunset in Itasca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Itasca?
Morning golden hour in Itasca ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Itasca?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Itasca there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Itasca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Itasca at 1:33 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Itasca?
In Itasca, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:42 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Itasca?
Twilight in Itasca lasts approximately 89 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 Itasca?
The earliest sunrise in Itasca in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Itasca?
The latest sunset in Itasca in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Itasca?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Itasca, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:42 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Itasca 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 Itasca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Itasca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 17m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 7:58 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 49m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 15m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 03m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 31m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 03m |