- Home
- Oakes
Sun Times in Oakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oakes?
Sunrise in Oakes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oakes?
Sunset in Oakes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oakes?
Morning golden hour in Oakes ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Oakes?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Oakes there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oakes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oakes at 1:31 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oakes?
In Oakes, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oakes?
Twilight in Oakes lasts approximately 107 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 Oakes?
The earliest sunrise in Oakes in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oakes?
The latest sunset in Oakes in 2026 is at 9:27 PM on June 19 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oakes?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Oakes, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oakes 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 Oakes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oakes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:34 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:59 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 59m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:49 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 8:08 AM | 4:47 PM | 8h 39m |