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Sun Times in Saint Clair Shores
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Clair Shores?
Sunrise in Saint Clair Shores on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Clair Shores?
Sunset in Saint Clair Shores on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Clair Shores?
Morning golden hour in Saint Clair Shores ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Clair Shores?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Saint Clair Shores there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Clair Shores?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Clair Shores at 1:35 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint Clair Shores?
In Saint Clair Shores, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:17 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Clair Shores?
Twilight in Saint Clair Shores lasts approximately 107 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 Saint Clair Shores?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Clair Shores in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on June 10 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Clair Shores?
The latest sunset in Saint Clair Shores in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on June 25 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Clair Shores?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Saint Clair Shores, civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:17 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Clair Shores 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 Saint Clair Shores
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Clair Shores on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:58 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 25m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 37m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 17m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 59m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 05m |