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Sun Times in North Prairie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Prairie?
Sunrise in North Prairie on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Prairie?
Sunset in North Prairie on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Prairie?
Morning golden hour in North Prairie ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in North Prairie?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in North Prairie there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Prairie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Prairie at 12:57 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 Prairie?
In North Prairie, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Prairie?
Twilight in North Prairie lasts approximately 108 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 Prairie?
The earliest sunrise in North Prairie 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 Prairie?
The latest sunset in North Prairie in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Prairie?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in North Prairie, 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 9:41 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Prairie 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 Prairie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Prairie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 23m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 02m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 02m |