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Sun Times in Stony Prairie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Stony Prairie?
Sunrise in Stony Prairie on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Stony Prairie?
Sunset in Stony Prairie on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Stony Prairie?
Morning golden hour in Stony Prairie ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Stony Prairie?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Stony Prairie there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Stony Prairie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Stony Prairie at 1:34 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Stony Prairie?
In Stony Prairie, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Stony Prairie?
Twilight in Stony Prairie lasts approximately 100 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 Stony Prairie?
The earliest sunrise in Stony Prairie in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Stony Prairie?
The latest sunset in Stony Prairie in 2026 is at 9:10 PM on June 26 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Stony Prairie?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Stony Prairie, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Stony Prairie 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 Stony Prairie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Stony Prairie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:56 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 32m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:52 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 09m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 52m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 7:51 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 13m |