Sun Times in Lake Bluff
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake Bluff?
Sunrise in Lake Bluff on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake Bluff?
Sunset in Lake Bluff on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake Bluff?
Morning golden hour in Lake Bluff ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in Lake Bluff?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lake Bluff there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake Bluff?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake Bluff at 12:55 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lake Bluff?
In Lake Bluff, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake Bluff?
Twilight in Lake Bluff lasts approximately 107 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 Lake Bluff?
The earliest sunrise in Lake Bluff in 2026 is at 5:14 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 Lake Bluff?
The latest sunset in Lake Bluff in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake Bluff?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Lake Bluff, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake Bluff on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 27m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 58m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 06m |
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