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Sun Times in Lester Prairie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lester Prairie?
Sunrise in Lester Prairie on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lester Prairie?
Sunset in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie?
Morning golden hour in Lester Prairie ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Lester Prairie?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Lester Prairie there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lester Prairie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lester Prairie at 1:17 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lester Prairie?
In Lester Prairie, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:48 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lester Prairie?
Twilight in Lester Prairie lasts approximately 107 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 Lester Prairie?
The earliest sunrise in Lester Prairie in 2026 is at 5:29 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 Lester Prairie?
The latest sunset in Lester Prairie in 2026 is at 9:06 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lester Prairie?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Lester Prairie, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:48 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lester Prairie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:50 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:31 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 48m |