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Sun Times in Whitehall
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Whitehall?
Sunrise in Whitehall on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Whitehall?
Sunset in Whitehall on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Whitehall?
Morning golden hour in Whitehall ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Whitehall?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Whitehall there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Whitehall?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Whitehall at 1:09 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Whitehall?
In Whitehall, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:00 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Whitehall?
Twilight in Whitehall lasts approximately 112 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 Whitehall?
The earliest sunrise in Whitehall in 2026 is at 5:20 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 Whitehall?
The latest sunset in Whitehall in 2026 is at 8:53 PM on June 20 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Whitehall?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Whitehall, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:00 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Whitehall 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 Whitehall
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Whitehall on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 14m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 48m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 31m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 12m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 02m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 37m |
| December | 7:34 AM | 4:26 PM | 8h 52m |