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Sun Times in Rosendale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rosendale?
Sunrise in Rosendale on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rosendale?
Sunset in Rosendale on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rosendale?
Morning golden hour in Rosendale ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Rosendale?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Rosendale there are 13 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rosendale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rosendale at 12:58 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rosendale?
In Rosendale, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rosendale?
Twilight in Rosendale lasts approximately 110 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 Rosendale?
The earliest sunrise in Rosendale in 2026 is at 5:11 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 Rosendale?
The latest sunset in Rosendale in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rosendale?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Rosendale, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:46 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rosendale 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 Rosendale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rosendale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 18m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 27m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 45m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 40m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 56m |