Sun Times in Rock Creek
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rock Creek?
Sunrise in Rock Creek on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rock Creek?
Sunset in Rock Creek on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:55 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rock Creek?
Morning golden hour in Rock Creek ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Rock Creek?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Rock Creek there are 13 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rock Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rock Creek at 1:12 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rock Creek?
In Rock Creek, sunset is at 7:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rock Creek?
Twilight in Rock Creek lasts approximately 108 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 Rock Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Rock Creek in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rock Creek?
The latest sunset in Rock Creek in 2026 is at 9:05 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rock Creek?
After sunset at 7:55 PM in Rock Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rock Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 05m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 25m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 56m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 42m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 21m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 08m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 29m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 42m |
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