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Sun Times in Meridian Station
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Meridian Station?
Sunrise in Meridian Station on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Meridian Station?
Sunset in Meridian Station on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:32 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Meridian Station?
Morning golden hour in Meridian Station ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Meridian Station?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Meridian Station there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Meridian Station?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Meridian Station 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 Meridian Station?
In Meridian Station, sunset is at 7:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Meridian Station?
Twilight in Meridian Station lasts approximately 87 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 Meridian Station?
The earliest sunrise in Meridian Station in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Meridian Station?
The latest sunset in Meridian Station in 2026 is at 8:06 PM on June 28 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Meridian Station?
After sunset at 7:32 PM in Meridian Station, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Meridian Station 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 Meridian Station
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Meridian Station on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:56 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 15m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 05m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 6:48 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 02m |