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Sun Times in Whitefish Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Whitefish Bay?
Sunrise in Whitefish Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Whitefish Bay?
Sunset in Whitefish Bay on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Whitefish Bay?
Morning golden hour in Whitefish Bay ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Whitefish Bay?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Whitefish Bay there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Whitefish Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Whitefish Bay at 12:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Whitefish Bay?
In Whitefish Bay, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Whitefish Bay?
Twilight in Whitefish Bay lasts approximately 100 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 Whitefish Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Whitefish Bay in 2026 is at 5:11 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 Whitefish Bay?
The latest sunset in Whitefish Bay in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Whitefish Bay?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Whitefish Bay, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Whitefish Bay 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 Whitefish Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Whitefish Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 8:33 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:17 PM | 9h 01m |