Sun Times in Van Meter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Van Meter?
Sunrise in Van Meter on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Van Meter?
Sunset in Van Meter on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Van Meter?
Morning golden hour in Van Meter ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Van Meter?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Van Meter there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Van Meter?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Van Meter at 1:19 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Van Meter?
In Van Meter, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:56 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Van Meter?
Twilight in Van Meter lasts approximately 104 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 Van Meter?
The earliest sunrise in Van Meter in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Van Meter?
The latest sunset in Van Meter in 2026 is at 8:53 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Van Meter?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Van Meter, civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:56 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Van Meter 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 Van Meter
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Van Meter on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 10m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 53m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:35 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 11m |
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