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Sun Times in North La Crosse
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North La Crosse?
Sunrise in North La Crosse on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North La Crosse?
Sunset in North La Crosse on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North La Crosse?
Morning golden hour in North La Crosse ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in North La Crosse?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in North La Crosse there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North La Crosse?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North La Crosse at 1:07 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 La Crosse?
In North La Crosse, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North La Crosse?
Twilight in North La Crosse lasts approximately 106 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 La Crosse?
The earliest sunrise in North La Crosse in 2026 is at 5:22 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 La Crosse?
The latest sunset in North La Crosse in 2026 is at 8:51 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North La Crosse?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in North La Crosse, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in North La Crosse 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 La Crosse
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North La Crosse on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 17m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 27m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 45m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 39m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 4:28 PM | 8h 56m |