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Sun Times in Mounds View
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mounds View?
Sunrise in Mounds View on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mounds View?
Sunset in Mounds View on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mounds View?
Morning golden hour in Mounds View ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Mounds View?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Mounds View there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mounds View?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mounds View at 1:12 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mounds View?
In Mounds View, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mounds View?
Twilight in Mounds View lasts approximately 105 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 Mounds View?
The earliest sunrise in Mounds View in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mounds View?
The latest sunset in Mounds View in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mounds View?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Mounds View, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mounds View 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 Mounds View
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mounds View on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 52m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 37m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 17m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 05m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 33m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 47m |