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Sun Times in Tonkawa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tonkawa?
Sunrise in Tonkawa on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tonkawa?
Sunset in Tonkawa on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tonkawa?
Morning golden hour in Tonkawa ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:24 PM.
How long is the day in Tonkawa?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Tonkawa there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tonkawa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tonkawa at 1:29 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tonkawa?
In Tonkawa, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tonkawa?
Twilight in Tonkawa lasts approximately 90 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 Tonkawa?
The earliest sunrise in Tonkawa in 2026 is at 6:10 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tonkawa?
The latest sunset in Tonkawa in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on June 27 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tonkawa?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Tonkawa, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:28 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tonkawa 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 Tonkawa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tonkawa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:40 AM | 5:37 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 6:46 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 7:07 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:34 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 40m |