Sunrise and Sunset times in Thornton, United States 
Today:
 Sunrise: 07:11:46
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 Sunset: 16:51:20
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Day Length: 9h 39m 34s
Time zone: America/Chicago, UTC -6 h.
Latitude: 41.5711, Longitude: -87.6187
Thornton
Illinois, United States 
2 448 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Jan-01, Thursday | 07:17:04 | 11:54:09 | 16:31:14 | 9h 14m 10s |
| 2026-Jan-02, Friday | 07:17:08 | 11:54:37 | 16:32:06 | 9h 14m 58s |
| 2026-Jan-03, Saturday | 07:17:10 | 11:55:05 | 16:32:59 | 9h 15m 49s |
| 2026-Jan-04, Sunday | 07:17:09 | 11:55:32 | 16:33:54 | 9h 16m 45s |
| 2026-Jan-05, Monday | 07:17:06 | 11:55:59 | 16:34:51 | 9h 17m 45s |
| 2026-Jan-06, Tuesday | 07:17:01 | 11:56:25 | 16:35:49 | 9h 18m 48s |
| 2026-Jan-07, Wednesday | 07:16:53 | 11:56:51 | 16:36:48 | 9h 19m 55s |
| 2026-Jan-08, Thursday | 07:16:43 | 11:57:16 | 16:37:49 | 9h 21m 6s |
| 2026-Jan-09, Friday | 07:16:31 | 11:57:41 | 16:38:51 | 9h 22m 20s |
| 2026-Jan-10, Saturday | 07:16:16 | 11:58:05 | 16:39:54 | 9h 23m 38s |
| 2026-Jan-11, Sunday | 07:15:59 | 11:58:29 | 16:40:59 | 9h 25m 0s |
| 2026-Jan-12, Monday | 07:15:40 | 11:58:52 | 16:42:04 | 9h 26m 24s |
| 2026-Jan-13, Tuesday | 07:15:19 | 11:59:15 | 16:43:10 | 9h 27m 51s |
| 2026-Jan-14, Wednesday | 07:14:55 | 11:59:36 | 16:44:18 | 9h 29m 23s |
| 2026-Jan-15, Thursday | 07:14:29 | 11:59:58 | 16:45:26 | 9h 30m 57s |
| 2026-Jan-16, Friday | 07:14:01 | 12:00:18 | 16:46:35 | 9h 32m 34s |
| 2026-Jan-17, Saturday | 07:13:30 | 12:00:38 | 16:47:45 | 9h 34m 15s |
| 2026-Jan-18, Sunday | 07:12:58 | 12:00:57 | 16:48:56 | 9h 35m 58s |
| 2026-Jan-19, Monday | 07:12:23 | 12:01:15 | 16:50:08 | 9h 37m 45s |
| 2026-Jan-20, Tuesday | 07:11:46 | 12:01:33 | 16:51:20 | 9h 39m 34s |
| 2026-Jan-21, Wednesday | 07:11:07 | 12:01:50 | 16:52:32 | 9h 41m 25s |
| 2026-Jan-22, Thursday | 07:10:26 | 12:02:06 | 16:53:46 | 9h 43m 20s |
| 2026-Jan-23, Friday | 07:09:43 | 12:02:21 | 16:54:59 | 9h 45m 16s |
| 2026-Jan-24, Saturday | 07:08:58 | 12:02:36 | 16:56:13 | 9h 47m 15s |
| 2026-Jan-25, Sunday | 07:08:11 | 12:02:49 | 16:57:28 | 9h 49m 17s |
| 2026-Jan-26, Monday | 07:07:22 | 12:03:02 | 16:58:43 | 9h 51m 21s |
| 2026-Jan-27, Tuesday | 07:06:31 | 12:03:15 | 16:59:58 | 9h 53m 27s |
| 2026-Jan-28, Wednesday | 07:05:38 | 12:03:26 | 17:01:14 | 9h 55m 36s |
| 2026-Jan-29, Thursday | 07:04:44 | 12:03:36 | 17:02:29 | 9h 57m 45s |
| 2026-Jan-30, Friday | 07:03:47 | 12:03:46 | 17:03:45 | 9h 59m 58s |
| 2026-Jan-31, Saturday | 07:02:49 | 12:03:55 | 17:05:01 | 10h 2m 12s |
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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