Sun Times in Park Rapids
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Park Rapids?
Sunrise in Park Rapids on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Park Rapids?
Sunset in Park Rapids on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Park Rapids?
Morning golden hour in Park Rapids ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Park Rapids?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Park Rapids there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Park Rapids?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Park Rapids at 1:19 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 Rapids?
In Park Rapids, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Park Rapids?
Twilight in Park Rapids lasts approximately 109 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 Rapids?
The earliest sunrise in Park Rapids in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 14 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Park Rapids?
The latest sunset in Park Rapids in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Park Rapids?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Park Rapids, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Park Rapids 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 Rapids
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Park Rapids on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 57m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 37m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 04m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 52m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:38 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:23 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 7:59 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 33m |
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