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Sun Times in Pawnee City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pawnee City?
Sunrise in Pawnee City on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pawnee City?
Sunset in Pawnee City on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pawnee City?
Morning golden hour in Pawnee City ends at 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Pawnee City?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Pawnee City there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pawnee City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pawnee City at 1:26 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pawnee City?
In Pawnee City, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pawnee City?
Twilight in Pawnee City 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 Pawnee City?
The earliest sunrise in Pawnee City in 2026 is at 5:54 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 Pawnee City?
The latest sunset in Pawnee City in 2026 is at 8:57 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pawnee City?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Pawnee City, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pawnee City 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 Pawnee City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pawnee City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 25m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 01m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:39 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 20m |