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Sun Times in Shenandoah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shenandoah?
Sunrise in Shenandoah on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shenandoah?
Sunset in Shenandoah on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shenandoah?
Morning golden hour in Shenandoah ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Shenandoah?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Shenandoah there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shenandoah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shenandoah at 1:26 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shenandoah?
In Shenandoah, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shenandoah?
Twilight in Shenandoah lasts approximately 86 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 Shenandoah?
The earliest sunrise in Shenandoah in 2026 is at 6:19 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 Shenandoah?
The latest sunset in Shenandoah in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shenandoah?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Shenandoah, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shenandoah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 25m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 55m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 41m |
| June | 6:19 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 05m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 54m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 38m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 13m |