Sun Times in Madison Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Madison Heights?
Sunrise in Madison Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Madison Heights?
Sunset in Madison Heights on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Madison Heights?
Morning golden hour in Madison Heights ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Madison Heights?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Madison Heights there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Madison Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Madison Heights at 1:15 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Madison Heights?
In Madison Heights, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Madison Heights?
Twilight in Madison Heights lasts approximately 91 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 Madison Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Madison Heights in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Madison Heights?
The latest sunset in Madison Heights in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Madison Heights?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Madison Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Madison Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 11m |
| June | 5:55 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 10m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 36m |
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