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Sun Times in Rankin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rankin?
Sunrise in Rankin on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:13 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rankin?
Sunset in Rankin on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:30 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rankin?
Morning golden hour in Rankin ends at 7:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:57 PM.
How long is the day in Rankin?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Rankin there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rankin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rankin at 1:52 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rankin?
In Rankin, sunset is at 8:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rankin?
Twilight in Rankin lasts approximately 87 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 Rankin?
The earliest sunrise in Rankin in 2026 is at 6:43 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rankin?
The latest sunset in Rankin in 2026 is at 8:55 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rankin?
After sunset at 8:30 PM in Rankin, civil twilight ends at 8:55 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rankin 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 Rankin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rankin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 21m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 7:57 AM | 7:56 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:19 AM | 8:16 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 6:51 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 45m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 10m |
| July | 6:54 AM | 8:53 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 7:13 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 7:32 AM | 7:53 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 7:39 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 08m |