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Sun Times in Sugar Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sugar Creek?
Sunrise in Sugar Creek on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sugar Creek?
Sunset in Sugar Creek on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sugar Creek?
Morning golden hour in Sugar Creek ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Sugar Creek?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Sugar Creek there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sugar Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sugar Creek at 1:17 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sugar Creek?
In Sugar Creek, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sugar Creek?
Twilight in Sugar Creek lasts approximately 93 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 Sugar Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Sugar Creek in 2026 is at 5:51 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sugar Creek?
The latest sunset in Sugar Creek in 2026 is at 8:47 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sugar Creek?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Sugar Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sugar Creek 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 Sugar Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sugar Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 44m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 39m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 26m |