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Sun Times in Scott City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Scott City?
Sunrise in Scott City on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Scott City?
Sunset in Scott City on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Scott City?
Morning golden hour in Scott City ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Scott City?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Scott City there are 13 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Scott City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Scott City at 1:02 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Scott City?
In Scott City, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Scott City?
Twilight in Scott City lasts approximately 96 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 Scott City?
The earliest sunrise in Scott City in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Scott City?
The latest sunset in Scott City in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Scott City?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Scott City, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Scott City 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 Scott City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Scott City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 54m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 43m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 11m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 37m |