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Sun Times in Trail Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Trail Creek?
Sunrise in Trail Creek on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Trail Creek?
Sunset in Trail Creek on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Trail Creek?
Morning golden hour in Trail Creek ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Trail Creek?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Trail Creek there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Trail Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Trail Creek at 12:48 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Trail Creek?
In Trail Creek, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:08 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Trail Creek?
Twilight in Trail Creek lasts approximately 100 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 Trail Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Trail Creek in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Trail Creek?
The latest sunset in Trail Creek in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Trail Creek?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Trail Creek, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:08 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Trail Creek 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 Trail Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Trail Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 6:59 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 33m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 8:23 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:59 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 4:26 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:17 PM | 9h 10m |