Sun Times in South Pekin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Pekin?
Sunrise in South Pekin on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Pekin?
Sunset in South Pekin on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:53 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Pekin?
Morning golden hour in South Pekin ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in South Pekin?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in South Pekin there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Pekin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Pekin at 1:02 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in South Pekin?
In South Pekin, sunset is at 7:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:34 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Pekin?
Twilight in South Pekin lasts approximately 102 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 Pekin?
The earliest sunrise in South Pekin in 2026 is at 5:27 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 South Pekin?
The latest sunset in South Pekin in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Pekin?
After sunset at 7:53 PM in South Pekin, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:34 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Pekin 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 Pekin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Pekin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:10 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 18m |
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