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Sun Times in Saint Johns
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Johns?
Sunrise in Saint Johns on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Johns?
Sunset in Saint Johns on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Johns?
Morning golden hour in Saint Johns ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Johns?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Saint Johns there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Johns?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Johns at 1:00 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint Johns?
In Saint Johns, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Johns?
Twilight in Saint Johns lasts approximately 93 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 Johns?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Johns in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 6 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Johns?
The latest sunset in Saint Johns in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Johns?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Saint Johns, civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Johns 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 Johns
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Johns on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:10 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 29m |