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Sun Times in Tomahawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tomahawk?
Sunrise in Tomahawk on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tomahawk?
Sunset in Tomahawk on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tomahawk?
Morning golden hour in Tomahawk ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in Tomahawk?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Tomahawk there are 13 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tomahawk?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk?
In Tomahawk, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:52 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tomahawk?
Twilight in Tomahawk lasts approximately 113 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 Tomahawk?
The earliest sunrise in Tomahawk in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on June 12 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tomahawk?
The latest sunset in Tomahawk in 2026 is at 8:51 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tomahawk?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Tomahawk, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:52 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tomahawk on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 07m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 26m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 32m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 55m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 40m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 19m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 06m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 31m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 44m |