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Sun Times in Sisseton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sisseton?
Sunrise in Sisseton on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sisseton?
Sunset in Sisseton on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sisseton?
Morning golden hour in Sisseton ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:48 PM.
How long is the day in Sisseton?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Sisseton there are 13 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sisseton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sisseton at 1:31 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sisseton?
In Sisseton, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:22 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sisseton?
Twilight in Sisseton lasts approximately 114 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 Sisseton?
The earliest sunrise in Sisseton in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sisseton?
The latest sunset in Sisseton in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sisseton?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Sisseton, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:22 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sisseton 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 Sisseton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sisseton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:04 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 06m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 25m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 56m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 41m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 9:14 PM | 15h 21m |
| August | 6:28 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 07m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 29m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 43m |