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Sun Times in Lake Crystal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake Crystal?
Sunrise in Lake Crystal on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake Crystal?
Sunset in Lake Crystal on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake Crystal?
Morning golden hour in Lake Crystal ends at 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Lake Crystal?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Lake Crystal there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake Crystal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake Crystal at 1:18 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 Crystal?
In Lake Crystal, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake Crystal?
Twilight in Lake Crystal lasts approximately 105 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 Crystal?
The earliest sunrise in Lake Crystal in 2026 is at 5:33 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 Crystal?
The latest sunset in Lake Crystal in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake Crystal?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Lake Crystal, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake Crystal 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 Crystal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake Crystal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 16m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 46m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 29m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 10m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 38m |
| December | 7:45 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 54m |