Sun Times in West Ishpeming
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Ishpeming?
Sunrise in West Ishpeming on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Ishpeming?
Sunset in West Ishpeming on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Ishpeming?
Morning golden hour in West Ishpeming ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:20 PM.
How long is the day in West Ishpeming?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in West Ishpeming there are 14 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Ishpeming?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Ishpeming at 1:55 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Ishpeming?
In West Ishpeming, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:01 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Ishpeming?
Twilight in West Ishpeming lasts approximately 120 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 Ishpeming?
The earliest sunrise in West Ishpeming in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on June 10 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Ishpeming?
The latest sunset in West Ishpeming in 2026 is at 9:47 PM on June 20 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Ishpeming?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in West Ishpeming, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:01 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Ishpeming 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 Ishpeming
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Ishpeming on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:30 AM | 5:30 PM | 9h 00m |
| February | 7:54 AM | 6:16 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 8:03 AM | 7:56 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 01m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 9:45 PM | 15h 48m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 9:40 PM | 15h 27m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 11m |
| September | 7:28 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 8:08 AM | 7:03 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 25m |
| December | 8:27 AM | 5:04 PM | 8h 36m |
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