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Sun Times in Rochester Hills
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rochester Hills?
Sunrise in Rochester Hills on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rochester Hills?
Sunset in Rochester Hills on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rochester Hills?
Morning golden hour in Rochester Hills ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Rochester Hills?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Rochester Hills there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rochester Hills?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rochester Hills at 1:32 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rochester Hills?
In Rochester Hills, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:44 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rochester Hills?
Twilight in Rochester Hills lasts approximately 100 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 Rochester Hills?
The earliest sunrise in Rochester Hills in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 8 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rochester Hills?
The latest sunset in Rochester Hills in 2026 is at 9:14 PM on June 21 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rochester Hills?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Rochester Hills, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:44 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rochester Hills 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 Rochester Hills
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rochester Hills on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:51 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 9:08 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:55 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 04m |