Sun Times in Rainbow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rainbow City?
Sunrise in Rainbow City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rainbow City?
Sunset in Rainbow City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:09 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rainbow City?
Morning golden hour in Rainbow City ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in Rainbow City?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Rainbow City there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rainbow City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rainbow City at 12:44 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rainbow City?
In Rainbow City, sunset is at 7:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rainbow City?
Twilight in Rainbow City lasts approximately 86 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 Rainbow City?
The earliest sunrise in Rainbow City in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rainbow City?
The latest sunset in Rainbow City in 2026 is at 7:59 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rainbow City?
After sunset at 7:09 PM in Rainbow City, civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rainbow 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 Rainbow City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rainbow City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:49 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 12m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:49 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:16 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 55m |
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