Sun Times in Sheldon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sheldon?
Sunrise in Sheldon on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sheldon?
Sunset in Sheldon on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sheldon?
Morning golden hour in Sheldon ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:09 PM.
How long is the day in Sheldon?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Sheldon there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sheldon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sheldon at 1:54 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sheldon?
In Sheldon, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:29 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). Civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sheldon?
Twilight in Sheldon lasts approximately 103 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 Sheldon?
The earliest sunrise in Sheldon in 2026 is at 6:18 AM on June 8 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sheldon?
The latest sunset in Sheldon in 2026 is at 9:25 PM on June 21 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sheldon?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Sheldon, civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:29 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sheldon 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 Sheldon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sheldon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 5:47 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 7:44 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 8:01 AM | 7:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:11 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 6:31 AM | 9:20 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:48 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 7:31 AM | 7:59 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 8:07 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 16m |
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