Sun Times in Park Forest
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Park Forest?
Sunrise in Park Forest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Park Forest?
Sunset in Park Forest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Park Forest?
Morning golden hour in Park Forest ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Park Forest?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Park Forest there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Park Forest?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Park Forest at 12:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Park Forest?
In Park Forest, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Park Forest?
Twilight in Park Forest lasts approximately 97 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 Park Forest?
The earliest sunrise in Park Forest in 2026 is at 5:16 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 Park Forest?
The latest sunset in Park Forest in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Park Forest?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Park Forest, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:59 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Park Forest 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 Park Forest
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Park Forest on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 8:26 PM | 15h 10m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 53m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 12m |
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