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Sun Times in Van Vleck
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Van Vleck?
Sunrise in Van Vleck on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Van Vleck?
Sunset in Van Vleck on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Van Vleck?
Morning golden hour in Van Vleck ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Van Vleck?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Van Vleck there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Van Vleck?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Van Vleck at 1:27 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 Vleck?
In Van Vleck, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Van Vleck?
Twilight in Van Vleck lasts approximately 84 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 Vleck?
The earliest sunrise in Van Vleck in 2026 is at 6:24 AM on June 2 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Van Vleck?
The latest sunset in Van Vleck in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Van Vleck?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Van Vleck, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Van Vleck 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 Vleck
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Van Vleck on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 11m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:32 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 49m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 42m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 18m |