- Home
- North Muskegon
Sun Times in North Muskegon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Muskegon?
Sunrise in North Muskegon on Sunday, September 6, 2026 is at 7:15 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Muskegon?
Sunset in North Muskegon on Sunday, September 6, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Muskegon?
Morning golden hour in North Muskegon ends at 7:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in North Muskegon?
On Sunday, September 6, 2026 in North Muskegon there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Muskegon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Muskegon at 1:43 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in North Muskegon?
In North Muskegon, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:48 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Muskegon?
Twilight in North Muskegon 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 Muskegon?
The earliest sunrise in North Muskegon in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 9 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in North Muskegon?
The latest sunset in North Muskegon in 2026 is at 9:29 PM on June 23 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Muskegon?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in North Muskegon, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:48 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Muskegon 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 Muskegon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Muskegon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:14 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 21m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 6:16 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:57 AM | 7:51 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:02 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 23m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 04m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:47 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 7:38 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 00m |