Sunrise and Sunset times in Des Plaines, United States 
Today:
 Sunrise: 07:14:08
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 Sunset: 16:51:13
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Day Length: 9h 37m 5s
Time zone: America/Chicago, UTC -6 h.
Latitude: 42.0344, Longitude: -87.9008
Des Plaines
Illinois, United States 
58 193 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Jan-01, Thursday | 07:19:40 | 11:55:17 | 16:30:53 | 9h 11m 13s |
| 2026-Jan-02, Friday | 07:19:44 | 11:55:45 | 16:31:45 | 9h 12m 1s |
| 2026-Jan-03, Saturday | 07:19:45 | 11:56:12 | 16:32:40 | 9h 12m 55s |
| 2026-Jan-04, Sunday | 07:19:44 | 11:56:40 | 16:33:35 | 9h 13m 51s |
| 2026-Jan-05, Monday | 07:19:40 | 11:57:06 | 16:34:32 | 9h 14m 52s |
| 2026-Jan-06, Tuesday | 07:19:34 | 11:57:33 | 16:35:31 | 9h 15m 57s |
| 2026-Jan-07, Wednesday | 07:19:26 | 11:57:59 | 16:36:31 | 9h 17m 5s |
| 2026-Jan-08, Thursday | 07:19:15 | 11:58:24 | 16:37:32 | 9h 18m 17s |
| 2026-Jan-09, Friday | 07:19:02 | 11:58:49 | 16:38:35 | 9h 19m 33s |
| 2026-Jan-10, Saturday | 07:18:47 | 11:59:13 | 16:39:39 | 9h 20m 52s |
| 2026-Jan-11, Sunday | 07:18:29 | 11:59:37 | 16:40:44 | 9h 22m 15s |
| 2026-Jan-12, Monday | 07:18:09 | 12:00:00 | 16:41:50 | 9h 23m 41s |
| 2026-Jan-13, Tuesday | 07:17:47 | 12:00:22 | 16:42:58 | 9h 25m 11s |
| 2026-Jan-14, Wednesday | 07:17:22 | 12:00:44 | 16:44:06 | 9h 26m 44s |
| 2026-Jan-15, Thursday | 07:16:55 | 12:01:05 | 16:45:15 | 9h 28m 20s |
| 2026-Jan-16, Friday | 07:16:26 | 12:01:26 | 16:46:25 | 9h 29m 59s |
| 2026-Jan-17, Saturday | 07:15:55 | 12:01:46 | 16:47:36 | 9h 31m 41s |
| 2026-Jan-18, Sunday | 07:15:21 | 12:02:05 | 16:48:48 | 9h 33m 27s |
| 2026-Jan-19, Monday | 07:14:46 | 12:02:23 | 16:50:00 | 9h 35m 14s |
| 2026-Jan-20, Tuesday | 07:14:08 | 12:02:41 | 16:51:13 | 9h 37m 5s |
| 2026-Jan-21, Wednesday | 07:13:28 | 12:02:57 | 16:52:27 | 9h 38m 59s |
| 2026-Jan-22, Thursday | 07:12:46 | 12:03:14 | 16:53:41 | 9h 40m 55s |
| 2026-Jan-23, Friday | 07:12:02 | 12:03:29 | 16:54:56 | 9h 42m 54s |
| 2026-Jan-24, Saturday | 07:11:16 | 12:03:43 | 16:56:11 | 9h 44m 55s |
| 2026-Jan-25, Sunday | 07:10:27 | 12:03:57 | 16:57:27 | 9h 47m 0s |
| 2026-Jan-26, Monday | 07:09:37 | 12:04:10 | 16:58:43 | 9h 49m 6s |
| 2026-Jan-27, Tuesday | 07:08:45 | 12:04:22 | 16:59:59 | 9h 51m 14s |
| 2026-Jan-28, Wednesday | 07:07:51 | 12:04:34 | 17:01:16 | 9h 53m 25s |
| 2026-Jan-29, Thursday | 07:06:56 | 12:04:44 | 17:02:33 | 9h 55m 37s |
| 2026-Jan-30, Friday | 07:05:58 | 12:04:54 | 17:03:50 | 9h 57m 52s |
| 2026-Jan-31, Saturday | 07:04:59 | 12:05:03 | 17:05:07 | 10h 0m 8s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks