Sun Times in Raytown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Raytown?
Sunrise in Raytown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Raytown?
Sunset in Raytown on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:11 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Raytown?
Morning golden hour in Raytown ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Raytown?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Raytown there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Raytown?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Raytown at 1:22 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Raytown?
In Raytown, sunset is at 8:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Raytown?
Twilight in Raytown lasts approximately 99 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 Raytown?
The earliest sunrise in Raytown in 2026 is at 5:51 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Raytown?
The latest sunset in Raytown in 2026 is at 8:47 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Raytown?
After sunset at 8:11 PM in Raytown, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Raytown 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 Raytown
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Raytown on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 45m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 38m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:00 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 27m |
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