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Sun Times in Spring Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Spring Valley?
Sunrise in Spring Valley on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Spring Valley?
Sunset in Spring Valley on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:53 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Spring Valley?
Morning golden hour in Spring Valley ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Spring Valley?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Spring Valley there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Spring Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Spring Valley at 1:24 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Spring Valley?
In Spring Valley, sunset is at 7:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Spring Valley?
Twilight in Spring Valley lasts approximately 83 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 Spring Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Spring Valley in 2026 is at 6:20 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Spring Valley?
The latest sunset in Spring Valley in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Spring Valley?
After sunset at 7:53 PM in Spring Valley, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Spring Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 27m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 39m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 03m |
| July | 6:31 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 52m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 27m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 15m |