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Sun Times in Redwood Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Redwood Falls?
Sunrise in Redwood Falls on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Redwood Falls?
Sunset in Redwood Falls on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Redwood Falls?
Morning golden hour in Redwood Falls ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Redwood Falls?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Redwood Falls there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Redwood Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Redwood Falls at 1:20 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Redwood Falls?
In Redwood Falls, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Redwood Falls?
Twilight in Redwood Falls lasts approximately 104 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 Redwood Falls?
The earliest sunrise in Redwood Falls in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 14 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Redwood Falls?
The latest sunset in Redwood Falls in 2026 is at 9:09 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Redwood Falls?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Redwood Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:26 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 Redwood Falls 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 Redwood Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Redwood Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 13m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 29m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 49m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 32m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 13m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 02m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 7:17 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 36m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 51m |