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Sun Times in Prairie Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Prairie Heights?
Sunrise in Prairie Heights on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Prairie Heights?
Sunset in Prairie Heights on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Prairie Heights?
Morning golden hour in Prairie Heights ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Prairie Heights?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Prairie Heights there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Prairie Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Prairie Heights at 1:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Prairie Heights?
In Prairie Heights, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Prairie Heights?
Twilight in Prairie Heights lasts approximately 114 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 Prairie Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Prairie Heights in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 10 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Prairie Heights?
The latest sunset in Prairie Heights in 2026 is at 9:08 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Prairie Heights?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Prairie Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Prairie Heights 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 Prairie Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Prairie Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:50 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 56m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 20m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 38m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 06m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 54m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 32m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 14m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 21m |
| December | 7:48 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 31m |