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Sun Times in White Bear Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in White Bear Lake?
Sunrise in White Bear Lake on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in White Bear Lake?
Sunset in White Bear Lake on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in White Bear Lake?
Morning golden hour in White Bear Lake ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in White Bear Lake?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in White Bear Lake there are 14 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in White Bear Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in White Bear Lake at 1:16 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in White Bear Lake?
In White Bear Lake, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:15 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in White Bear Lake?
Twilight in White Bear Lake lasts approximately 115 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 White Bear Lake?
The earliest sunrise in White Bear Lake in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in White Bear Lake?
The latest sunset in White Bear Lake in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in White Bear Lake?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in White Bear Lake, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:15 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in White Bear Lake 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 White Bear Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in White Bear Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 10m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 52m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 37m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 17m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 05m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 33m |
| December | 7:43 AM | 4:30 PM | 8h 47m |