Sun Times in Mount Prospect
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Prospect?
Sunrise in Mount Prospect on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Prospect?
Sunset in Mount Prospect on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:33 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Prospect?
Morning golden hour in Mount Prospect ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Prospect?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Mount Prospect there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Prospect?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Prospect at 12:53 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Prospect?
In Mount Prospect, sunset is at 7:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Prospect?
Twilight in Mount Prospect lasts approximately 101 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 Mount Prospect?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Prospect in 2026 is at 5:15 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 Mount Prospect?
The latest sunset in Mount Prospect in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Prospect?
After sunset at 7:33 PM in Mount Prospect, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Prospect 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 Mount Prospect
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Prospect on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 35m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 14m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 56m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 52m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 48m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 08m |
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