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Sun Times in Smithville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Smithville?
Sunrise in Smithville on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Smithville?
Sunset in Smithville on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:09 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Smithville?
Morning golden hour in Smithville ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Smithville?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Smithville there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Smithville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Smithville at 1:33 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Smithville?
In Smithville, sunset is at 8:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Smithville?
Twilight in Smithville 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 Smithville?
The earliest sunrise in Smithville in 2026 is at 6:26 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 Smithville?
The latest sunset in Smithville in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Smithville?
After sunset at 8:09 PM in Smithville, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Smithville 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 Smithville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Smithville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 26m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 40m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 04m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 53m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 14m |