Sun Times in Prospect Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Prospect Heights?
Sunrise in Prospect Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Prospect Heights?
Sunset in Prospect Heights on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:53 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Prospect Heights?
Morning golden hour in Prospect Heights ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Prospect Heights?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Prospect Heights there are 13 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Prospect Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Prospect Heights at 12:56 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Prospect Heights?
In Prospect Heights, sunset is at 7:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Prospect Heights?
Twilight in Prospect Heights 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 Prospect Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Prospect Heights in 2026 is at 5:15 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 Prospect Heights?
The latest sunset in Prospect Heights in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Prospect Heights?
After sunset at 7:53 PM in Prospect Heights, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 30 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 Prospect 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 Prospect Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Prospect Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 35m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:29 PM | 15h 14m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 57m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 48m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 08m |
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