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Sun Times in Menomonie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Menomonie?
Sunrise in Menomonie on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Menomonie?
Sunset in Menomonie on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Menomonie?
Morning golden hour in Menomonie ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Menomonie?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Menomonie there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Menomonie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Menomonie at 1:11 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Menomonie?
In Menomonie, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:05 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Menomonie?
Twilight in Menomonie lasts approximately 113 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 Menomonie?
The earliest sunrise in Menomonie in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on June 13 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Menomonie?
The latest sunset in Menomonie in 2026 is at 8:58 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Menomonie?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Menomonie, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:05 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Menomonie 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 Menomonie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Menomonie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:41 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:38 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 48m |