Sun Times in Mankato
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mankato?
Sunrise in Mankato on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mankato?
Sunset in Mankato on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mankato?
Morning golden hour in Mankato ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Mankato?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Mankato there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mankato?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mankato at 1:37 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mankato?
In Mankato, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:09 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mankato?
Twilight in Mankato 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 Mankato?
The earliest sunrise in Mankato in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mankato?
The latest sunset in Mankato in 2026 is at 9:05 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mankato?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Mankato, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:09 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mankato 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 Mankato
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mankato on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 59m |
| July | 6:17 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 43m |
| August | 6:45 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 7:17 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 22m |
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