Sun Times in River Forest
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in River Forest?
Sunrise in River Forest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in River Forest?
Sunset in River Forest on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in River Forest?
Morning golden hour in River Forest ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in River Forest?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in River Forest there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in River Forest?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in River Forest at 12:50 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 Forest?
In River Forest, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:01 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in River Forest?
Twilight in River Forest lasts approximately 98 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 Forest?
The earliest sunrise in River Forest in 2026 is at 5:15 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 River Forest?
The latest sunset in River Forest in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in River Forest?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in River Forest, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:01 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in River Forest 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 Forest
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in River Forest on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 29m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 34m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 13m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 55m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 52m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 49m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 09m |
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