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Sun Times in Lake Saint Louis
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake Saint Louis?
Sunrise in Lake Saint Louis on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake Saint Louis?
Sunset in Lake Saint Louis on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake Saint Louis?
Morning golden hour in Lake Saint Louis ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:06 PM.
How long is the day in Lake Saint Louis?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Lake Saint Louis there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake Saint Louis?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake Saint Louis at 1:04 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 Saint Louis?
In Lake Saint Louis, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake Saint Louis?
Twilight in Lake Saint Louis lasts approximately 95 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 Saint Louis?
The earliest sunrise in Lake Saint Louis in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lake Saint Louis?
The latest sunset in Lake Saint Louis in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake Saint Louis?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Lake Saint Louis, civil twilight ends at 8:09 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake Saint Louis on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 28m |