Sun Times in South Bend
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Bend?
Sunrise in South Bend on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Bend?
Sunset in South Bend on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:43 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Bend?
Morning golden hour in South Bend ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:05 PM.
How long is the day in South Bend?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in South Bend there are 13 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Bend?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Bend at 1:49 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in South Bend?
In South Bend, sunset is at 8:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:27 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). Civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Bend?
Twilight in South Bend 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 South Bend?
The earliest sunrise in South Bend in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 13 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Bend?
The latest sunset in South Bend in 2026 is at 9:23 PM on June 21 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Bend?
After sunset at 8:43 PM in South Bend, civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:27 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Bend 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 South Bend
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Bend on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:09 AM | 5:39 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:56 AM | 7:51 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 6:23 AM | 9:17 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 8:44 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 7:34 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 8:05 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 10m |
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