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Sun Times in Oyster Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oyster Creek?
Sunrise in Oyster Creek on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oyster Creek?
Sunset in Oyster Creek on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oyster Creek?
Morning golden hour in Oyster Creek ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Oyster Creek?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Oyster Creek there are 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oyster Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oyster Creek at 1:21 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oyster Creek?
In Oyster Creek, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oyster Creek?
Twilight in Oyster Creek lasts approximately 81 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 Oyster Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Oyster Creek in 2026 is at 6:22 AM on June 1 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oyster Creek?
The latest sunset in Oyster Creek in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 27 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oyster Creek?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Oyster Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oyster Creek 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 Oyster Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oyster Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 11m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 6:22 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 49m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 42m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 18m |