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Sun Times in Lake Geneva
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake Geneva?
Sunrise in Lake Geneva on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake Geneva?
Sunset in Lake Geneva on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:34 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake Geneva?
Morning golden hour in Lake Geneva ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Lake Geneva?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Lake Geneva there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake Geneva?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake Geneva at 12:54 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 Geneva?
In Lake Geneva, sunset is at 7:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake Geneva?
Twilight in Lake Geneva lasts approximately 101 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 Geneva?
The earliest sunrise in Lake Geneva in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lake Geneva?
The latest sunset in Lake Geneva in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake Geneva?
After sunset at 7:34 PM in Lake Geneva, civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake Geneva 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 Geneva
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake Geneva on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:33 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 04m |