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Sun Times in Valley Mills
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Valley Mills?
Sunrise in Valley Mills on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Valley Mills?
Sunset in Valley Mills on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Valley Mills?
Morning golden hour in Valley Mills ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Valley Mills?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Valley Mills there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Valley Mills?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Valley Mills 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 Valley Mills?
In Valley Mills, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Valley Mills?
Twilight in Valley Mills lasts approximately 83 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 Valley Mills?
The earliest sunrise in Valley Mills in 2026 is at 6:24 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Valley Mills?
The latest sunset in Valley Mills in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Valley Mills?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in Valley Mills, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Valley Mills 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 Valley Mills
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Valley Mills on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 19m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:01 AM | 7:58 PM | 12h 58m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 47m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 12m |
| July | 6:35 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 01m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 06m |