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Sun Times in Mountain Iron
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mountain Iron?
Sunrise in Mountain Iron on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mountain Iron?
Sunset in Mountain Iron on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mountain Iron?
Morning golden hour in Mountain Iron ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Mountain Iron?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Mountain Iron there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mountain Iron?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mountain Iron at 1:09 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mountain Iron?
In Mountain Iron, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mountain Iron?
Twilight in Mountain Iron lasts approximately 110 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 Mountain Iron?
The earliest sunrise in Mountain Iron in 2026 is at 5:12 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 Mountain Iron?
The latest sunset in Mountain Iron in 2026 is at 9:12 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mountain Iron?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Mountain Iron, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mountain Iron 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 Mountain Iron
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mountain Iron on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 53m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 08m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 35m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 18m |
| December | 7:51 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 28m |