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Sun Times in Menomonee Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Menomonee Falls?
Sunrise in Menomonee Falls on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Menomonee Falls?
Sunset in Menomonee Falls on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Menomonee Falls?
Morning golden hour in Menomonee Falls ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Menomonee Falls?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Menomonee Falls there are 13 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Menomonee Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Menomonee Falls at 12:57 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Menomonee Falls?
In Menomonee Falls, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Menomonee Falls?
Twilight in Menomonee Falls lasts approximately 110 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 Menomonee Falls?
The earliest sunrise in Menomonee Falls in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Menomonee Falls?
The latest sunset in Menomonee Falls in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Menomonee Falls?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Menomonee Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Menomonee Falls 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 Menomonee Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Menomonee Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 21m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 04m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:17 PM | 9h 00m |