Sun Times in West Lafayette
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Lafayette?
Sunrise in West Lafayette on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Lafayette?
Sunset in West Lafayette on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Lafayette?
Morning golden hour in West Lafayette ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in West Lafayette?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in West Lafayette there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Lafayette?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Lafayette at 1:28 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Lafayette?
In West Lafayette, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Lafayette?
Twilight in West Lafayette lasts approximately 97 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 Lafayette?
The earliest sunrise in West Lafayette in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Lafayette?
The latest sunset in West Lafayette in 2026 is at 9:00 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Lafayette?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in West Lafayette, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Lafayette 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 Lafayette
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Lafayette on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 38m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 25m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 02m |
| July | 6:10 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 45m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 57m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 19m |
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