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Sun Times in Lake City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake City?
Sunrise in Lake City on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:50 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake City?
Sunset in Lake City on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake City?
Morning golden hour in Lake City ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Lake City?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Lake City there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake City at 1:20 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lake City?
In Lake City, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake City?
Twilight in Lake City lasts approximately 87 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 City?
The earliest sunrise in Lake City in 2026 is at 6:07 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lake City?
The latest sunset in Lake City in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 28 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake City?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Lake City, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake 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 Lake City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 6:07 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 55m |