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Sun Times in Shell Knob
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shell Knob?
Sunrise in Shell Knob on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shell Knob?
Sunset in Shell Knob on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shell Knob?
Morning golden hour in Shell Knob ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Shell Knob?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Shell Knob there are 13 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shell Knob?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shell Knob at 1:18 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shell Knob?
In Shell Knob, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shell Knob?
Twilight in Shell Knob lasts approximately 95 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 Shell Knob?
The earliest sunrise in Shell Knob in 2026 is at 5:55 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 Shell Knob?
The latest sunset in Shell Knob in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shell Knob?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Shell Knob, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shell Knob 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 Shell Knob
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shell Knob on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 57m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:55 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 39m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 40m |