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Sun Times in Tompkinsville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tompkinsville?
Sunrise in Tompkinsville on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tompkinsville?
Sunset in Tompkinsville on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tompkinsville?
Morning golden hour in Tompkinsville ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in Tompkinsville?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Tompkinsville there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tompkinsville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tompkinsville at 12:46 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tompkinsville?
In Tompkinsville, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:04 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tompkinsville?
Twilight in Tompkinsville lasts approximately 94 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 Tompkinsville?
The earliest sunrise in Tompkinsville in 2026 is at 5:23 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 Tompkinsville?
The latest sunset in Tompkinsville in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tompkinsville?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Tompkinsville, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:04 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tompkinsville 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 Tompkinsville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tompkinsville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 7:43 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 26m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 6:25 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:50 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:20 AM | 4:33 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 40m |