Sun Times in North Chicago
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Chicago?
Sunrise in North Chicago on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Chicago?
Sunset in North Chicago on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Chicago?
Morning golden hour in North Chicago ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:44 PM.
How long is the day in North Chicago?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in North Chicago there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Chicago?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Chicago at 12:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in North Chicago?
In North Chicago, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:00 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Chicago?
Twilight in North Chicago lasts approximately 99 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 North Chicago?
The earliest sunrise in North Chicago in 2026 is at 5:14 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in North Chicago?
The latest sunset in North Chicago in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Chicago?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in North Chicago, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:00 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Chicago 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 North Chicago
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Chicago on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 27m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 58m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 06m |
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