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Sun Times in West Baraboo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Baraboo?
Sunrise in West Baraboo on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Baraboo?
Sunset in West Baraboo on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Baraboo?
Morning golden hour in West Baraboo ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in West Baraboo?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in West Baraboo there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Baraboo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Baraboo at 1:03 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Baraboo?
In West Baraboo, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Baraboo?
Twilight in West Baraboo lasts approximately 110 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 West Baraboo?
The earliest sunrise in West Baraboo in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Baraboo?
The latest sunset in West Baraboo in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Baraboo?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in West Baraboo, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:51 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Baraboo 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 West Baraboo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Baraboo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 43m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 8:41 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 06m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 41m |
| December | 7:25 AM | 4:23 PM | 8h 58m |