Sun Times in Grand Rapids
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grand Rapids?
Sunrise in Grand Rapids on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grand Rapids?
Sunset in Grand Rapids on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (America/Detroit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grand Rapids?
Morning golden hour in Grand Rapids ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Grand Rapids?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Grand Rapids there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grand Rapids?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grand Rapids at 1:45 PM (America/Detroit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grand Rapids?
In Grand Rapids, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (America/Detroit). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grand Rapids?
Twilight in Grand Rapids lasts approximately 104 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 Grand Rapids?
The earliest sunrise in Grand Rapids in 2026 is at 6:03 AM on June 8 (America/Detroit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Grand Rapids?
The latest sunset in Grand Rapids in 2026 is at 9:25 PM on June 20 (America/Detroit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grand Rapids?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Grand Rapids, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (America/Detroit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grand Rapids on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 23m |
| February | 7:39 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:54 AM | 7:49 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 6:17 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 02m |
| August | 6:48 AM | 8:44 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:35 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 02m |
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