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Sun Times in Skidway Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Skidway Lake?
Sunrise in Skidway Lake on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Skidway Lake?
Sunset in Skidway Lake on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Skidway Lake?
Morning golden hour in Skidway Lake ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Skidway Lake?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Skidway Lake there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Skidway Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Skidway Lake at 1:37 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Skidway Lake?
In Skidway Lake, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:06 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 8:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Skidway Lake?
Twilight in Skidway Lake lasts approximately 105 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 Skidway Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Skidway Lake in 2026 is at 5:51 AM on June 15 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Skidway Lake?
The latest sunset in Skidway Lake in 2026 is at 9:23 PM on June 20 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Skidway Lake?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in Skidway Lake, civil twilight ends at 8:51 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:06 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Skidway Lake 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 Skidway Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Skidway Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 15m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:42 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:52 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 47m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 30m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 10m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:31 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 38m |
| December | 8:04 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 53m |