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Sun Times in White River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in White River?
Sunrise in White River on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:09 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in White River?
Sunset in White River on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in White River?
Morning golden hour in White River ends at 7:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in White River?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in White River there are 13 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in White River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in White River at 1:42 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 River?
In White River, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in White River?
Twilight in White River lasts approximately 101 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 River?
The earliest sunrise in White River in 2026 is at 6:01 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in White River?
The latest sunset in White River in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in White River?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in White River, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in White River 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 River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in White River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 19m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:54 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 43m |
| June | 6:01 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 25m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 06m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:46 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 41m |
| December | 8:09 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 58m |