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Sun Times in Northlake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Northlake?
Sunrise in Northlake on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Northlake?
Sunset in Northlake on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Northlake?
Morning golden hour in Northlake ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Northlake?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Northlake there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Northlake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Northlake at 1:34 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Northlake?
In Northlake, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Northlake?
Twilight in Northlake lasts approximately 91 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 Northlake?
The earliest sunrise in Northlake in 2026 is at 6:17 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Northlake?
The latest sunset in Northlake in 2026 is at 8:47 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Northlake?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Northlake, civil twilight ends at 8:42 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Northlake 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 Northlake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Northlake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 06m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 58m |
| March | 7:41 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 6:17 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 28m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 15m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 27m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 22m |
| December | 7:30 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 51m |