Sun Times in Mason City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mason City?
Sunrise in Mason City on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mason City?
Sunset in Mason City on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mason City?
Morning golden hour in Mason City ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in Mason City?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Mason City there are 13 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mason City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mason City at 1:03 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mason City?
In Mason City, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mason City?
Twilight in Mason City lasts approximately 102 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 Mason City?
The earliest sunrise in Mason City in 2026 is at 5:28 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 Mason City?
The latest sunset in Mason City in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mason City?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Mason City, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mason City 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 Mason City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mason City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 38m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:10 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 25m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 01m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 45m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 57m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 20m |
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