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Sun Times in Terre Haute
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Terre Haute?
Sunrise in Terre Haute on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Terre Haute?
Sunset in Terre Haute on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Terre Haute?
Morning golden hour in Terre Haute ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:09 PM.
How long is the day in Terre Haute?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Terre Haute there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Terre Haute?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Terre Haute at 1:54 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 Terre Haute?
In Terre Haute, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:27 PM (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). Civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Terre Haute?
Twilight in Terre Haute lasts approximately 101 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 Terre Haute?
The earliest sunrise in Terre Haute in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on June 12 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Terre Haute?
The latest sunset in Terre Haute in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 20 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Terre Haute?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Terre Haute, civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM — about 29 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 Terre Haute 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 Terre Haute
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Terre Haute on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 5:50 PM | 9h 42m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 8:00 AM | 7:56 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:12 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 21m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 9:18 PM | 14h 57m |
| July | 6:35 AM | 9:15 PM | 14h 41m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 8:45 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 7:30 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 01m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 5:26 PM | 9h 24m |