- Home
- Thompson's Station
Sun Times in Thompson's Station
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Thompson's Station?
Sunrise in Thompson's Station on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Thompson's Station?
Sunset in Thompson's Station on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Thompson's Station?
Morning golden hour in Thompson's Station ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Thompson's Station?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Thompson's Station there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Thompson's Station?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Thompson's Station at 12:49 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Thompson's Station?
In Thompson's Station, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Thompson's Station?
Twilight in Thompson's Station lasts approximately 91 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 Thompson's Station?
The earliest sunrise in Thompson's Station in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Thompson's Station?
The latest sunset in Thompson's Station in 2026 is at 8:07 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Thompson's Station?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in Thompson's Station, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Thompson's Station 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 Thompson's Station
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Thompson's Station on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 01m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:46 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 21m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:54 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 4:40 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 6:50 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 45m |