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Sun Times in River Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in River Falls?
Sunrise in River Falls on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in River Falls?
Sunset in River Falls on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:43 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in River Falls?
Morning golden hour in River Falls ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in River Falls?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in River Falls there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in River Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in River Falls at 1:09 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in River Falls?
In River Falls, sunset is at 7:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:27 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in River Falls?
Twilight in River 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 River Falls?
The earliest sunrise in River Falls in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 12 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in River Falls?
The latest sunset in River Falls in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in River Falls?
After sunset at 7:43 PM in River Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:27 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in River 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 River Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in River Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:07 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:41 AM | 4:29 PM | 8h 49m |