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Sun Times in Monona
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Monona?
Sunrise in Monona on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Monona?
Sunset in Monona on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Monona?
Morning golden hour in Monona ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Monona?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Monona there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Monona?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Monona at 1:10 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Monona?
In Monona, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:58 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Monona?
Twilight in Monona lasts approximately 109 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 Monona?
The earliest sunrise in Monona in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Monona?
The latest sunset in Monona in 2026 is at 8:49 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Monona?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Monona, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:58 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Monona 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 Monona
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Monona on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:30 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 01m |