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Sun Times in New Rockford
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in New Rockford?
Sunrise in New Rockford on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in New Rockford?
Sunset in New Rockford on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:43 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in New Rockford?
Morning golden hour in New Rockford ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:01 PM.
How long is the day in New Rockford?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in New Rockford there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in New Rockford?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in New Rockford at 1:40 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in New Rockford?
In New Rockford, sunset is at 8:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:44 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in New Rockford?
Twilight in New Rockford lasts approximately 121 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 New Rockford?
The earliest sunrise in New Rockford in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 14 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in New Rockford?
The latest sunset in New Rockford in 2026 is at 9:38 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in New Rockford?
After sunset at 8:43 PM in New Rockford, civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:44 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in New Rockford 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 New Rockford
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in New Rockford on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:20 AM | 5:12 PM | 8h 52m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:42 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 09m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 9:36 PM | 15h 59m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 9:30 PM | 15h 36m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 6:48 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:42 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 18m |
| December | 8:18 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 27m |