Aurora Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Aurora, Illinois throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. March marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in March offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Aurora use March's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Aurora during March depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during March may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

Key March Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 6:29 AM
  • Latest sunrise: March 31 at 6:40 AM
  • Earliest sunset: March 1 at 5:44 PM
  • Latest sunset: March 31 at 7:17 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 21m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for March 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Mar 16:29 AM5:44 PM11h 15m6:29 AM - 7:07 AM5:06 PM - 5:44 PM
Mar 26:28 AM5:45 PM11h 17m6:28 AM - 7:05 AM5:08 PM - 5:45 PM
Mar 36:26 AM5:46 PM11h 20m6:26 AM - 7:03 AM5:09 PM - 5:46 PM
Mar 46:24 AM5:47 PM11h 23m6:24 AM - 7:02 AM5:10 PM - 5:47 PM
Mar 56:23 AM5:49 PM11h 26m6:23 AM - 7:00 AM5:11 PM - 5:49 PM
Mar 66:21 AM5:50 PM11h 29m6:21 AM - 6:58 AM5:13 PM - 5:50 PM
Mar 76:20 AM5:51 PM11h 31m6:20 AM - 6:57 AM5:14 PM - 5:51 PM
Mar 87:18 AM6:52 PM11h 34m7:18 AM - 7:55 AM6:15 PM - 6:52 PM
Mar 97:18 AM6:52 PM11h 34m7:18 AM - 7:55 AM6:15 PM - 6:52 PM
Mar 107:16 AM6:53 PM11h 37m7:16 AM - 7:53 AM6:16 PM - 6:53 PM
Mar 117:15 AM6:54 PM11h 40m7:15 AM - 7:52 AM6:17 PM - 6:54 PM
Mar 127:13 AM6:56 PM11h 43m7:13 AM - 7:50 AM6:19 PM - 6:56 PM
Mar 137:11 AM6:57 PM11h 45m7:11 AM - 7:48 AM6:20 PM - 6:57 PM
Mar 147:10 AM6:58 PM11h 48m7:10 AM - 7:46 AM6:21 PM - 6:58 PM
Mar 157:08 AM6:59 PM11h 51m7:08 AM - 7:45 AM6:22 PM - 6:59 PM
Mar 167:06 AM7:00 PM11h 54m7:06 AM - 7:43 AM6:23 PM - 7:00 PM
Mar 177:04 AM7:01 PM11h 57m7:04 AM - 7:41 AM6:24 PM - 7:01 PM
Mar 187:03 AM7:02 PM12h 0m7:03 AM - 7:39 AM6:26 PM - 7:02 PM
Mar 197:01 AM7:03 PM12h 2m7:01 AM - 7:38 AM6:27 PM - 7:03 PM
Mar 206:59 AM7:04 PM12h 5m6:59 AM - 7:36 AM6:28 PM - 7:04 PM
Mar 216:58 AM7:06 PM12h 8m6:58 AM - 7:34 AM6:29 PM - 7:06 PM
Mar 226:56 AM7:07 PM12h 11m6:56 AM - 7:32 AM6:30 PM - 7:07 PM
Mar 236:54 AM7:08 PM12h 14m6:54 AM - 7:31 AM6:31 PM - 7:08 PM
Mar 246:52 AM7:09 PM12h 17m6:52 AM - 7:29 AM6:32 PM - 7:09 PM
Mar 256:51 AM7:10 PM12h 19m6:51 AM - 7:27 AM6:33 PM - 7:10 PM
Mar 266:49 AM7:11 PM12h 22m6:49 AM - 7:26 AM6:34 PM - 7:11 PM
Mar 276:47 AM7:12 PM12h 25m6:47 AM - 7:24 AM6:35 PM - 7:12 PM
Mar 286:45 AM7:13 PM12h 28m6:45 AM - 7:22 AM6:37 PM - 7:13 PM
Mar 296:44 AM7:14 PM12h 31m6:44 AM - 7:20 AM6:38 PM - 7:14 PM
Mar 306:42 AM7:15 PM12h 33m6:42 AM - 7:19 AM6:39 PM - 7:15 PM
Mar 316:40 AM7:17 PM12h 36m6:40 AM - 7:17 AM6:40 PM - 7:17 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Aurora in March

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through March as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Aurora, Illinois, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in March.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Aurora, Illinois in March?

Today, the sun rises in Aurora, Illinois at 7:20 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Aurora, Illinois in March?

Today, the sun sets in Aurora, Illinois at 4:45 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Aurora, Illinois in March?

Today's daylight in Aurora, Illinois lasts about 9h 26m. As we move through March, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Aurora, Illinois?

Golden hour in Aurora, Illinois refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

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Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.