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Sun Times in Lakota
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lakota?
Sunrise in Lakota on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lakota?
Sunset in Lakota on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lakota?
Morning golden hour in Lakota ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:05 PM.
How long is the day in Lakota?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lakota there are 14 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lakota?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lakota at 1:38 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lakota?
In Lakota, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 9:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lakota?
Twilight in Lakota lasts approximately 126 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 Lakota?
The earliest sunrise in Lakota in 2026 is at 5:33 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 Lakota?
The latest sunset in Lakota in 2026 is at 9:37 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lakota?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Lakota, civil twilight ends at 9:22 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lakota 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 Lakota
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lakota on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:18 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 49m |
| February | 7:39 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 40m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 12m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 02m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 39m |
| August | 6:28 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 18m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:52 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 15m |
| December | 8:16 AM | 4:40 PM | 8h 24m |