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Sun Times in Parkston
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Parkston?
Sunrise in Parkston on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Parkston?
Sunset in Parkston on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Parkston?
Morning golden hour in Parkston ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Parkston?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Parkston there are 13 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Parkston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Parkston at 1:35 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Parkston?
In Parkston, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:15 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Parkston?
Twilight in Parkston 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 Parkston?
The earliest sunrise in Parkston in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Parkston?
The latest sunset in Parkston in 2026 is at 9:16 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Parkston?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Parkston, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:15 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Parkston 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 Parkston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Parkston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 42m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 9:14 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:57 AM | 4:56 PM | 8h 59m |