Independence Sunrise & Sunset in July 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Independence, Missouri throughout July 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During July, the region experiences some of the longest days of the year. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in July, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Independence depend on July's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in July brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Independence, Missouri. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. The daily variations in sun times during July 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 July Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: July 1 at 5:56 AM
  • Latest sunrise: July 31 at 6:17 AM
  • Earliest sunset: July 1 at 8:48 PM
  • Latest sunset: July 31 at 8:33 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 37m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for July 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jul 15:56 AM8:48 PM14h 53m5:56 AM - 6:36 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 25:56 AM8:48 PM14h 52m5:56 AM - 6:36 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 35:57 AM8:48 PM14h 52m5:57 AM - 6:36 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 45:57 AM8:48 PM14h 51m5:57 AM - 6:37 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 55:58 AM8:48 PM14h 50m5:58 AM - 6:37 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 65:58 AM8:48 PM14h 49m5:58 AM - 6:38 AM8:08 PM - 8:48 PM
Jul 75:59 AM8:47 PM14h 49m5:59 AM - 6:38 AM8:08 PM - 8:47 PM
Jul 85:59 AM8:47 PM14h 48m5:59 AM - 6:39 AM8:07 PM - 8:47 PM
Jul 96:00 AM8:47 PM14h 47m6:00 AM - 6:39 AM8:07 PM - 8:47 PM
Jul 106:00 AM8:46 PM14h 46m6:00 AM - 6:40 AM8:07 PM - 8:46 PM
Jul 116:01 AM8:46 PM14h 45m6:01 AM - 6:41 AM8:07 PM - 8:46 PM
Jul 126:02 AM8:46 PM14h 44m6:02 AM - 6:41 AM8:06 PM - 8:46 PM
Jul 136:02 AM8:45 PM14h 43m6:02 AM - 6:42 AM8:06 PM - 8:45 PM
Jul 146:03 AM8:45 PM14h 42m6:03 AM - 6:42 AM8:05 PM - 8:45 PM
Jul 156:04 AM8:44 PM14h 40m6:04 AM - 6:43 AM8:05 PM - 8:44 PM
Jul 166:05 AM8:44 PM14h 39m6:05 AM - 6:44 AM8:05 PM - 8:44 PM
Jul 176:05 AM8:43 PM14h 38m6:05 AM - 6:44 AM8:04 PM - 8:43 PM
Jul 186:06 AM8:43 PM14h 37m6:06 AM - 6:45 AM8:04 PM - 8:43 PM
Jul 196:07 AM8:42 PM14h 35m6:07 AM - 6:46 AM8:03 PM - 8:42 PM
Jul 206:08 AM8:41 PM14h 34m6:08 AM - 6:47 AM8:03 PM - 8:41 PM
Jul 216:09 AM8:41 PM14h 32m6:09 AM - 6:47 AM8:02 PM - 8:41 PM
Jul 226:09 AM8:40 PM14h 31m6:09 AM - 6:48 AM8:01 PM - 8:40 PM
Jul 236:10 AM8:39 PM14h 29m6:10 AM - 6:49 AM8:01 PM - 8:39 PM
Jul 246:11 AM8:39 PM14h 28m6:11 AM - 6:50 AM8:00 PM - 8:39 PM
Jul 256:12 AM8:38 PM14h 26m6:12 AM - 6:50 AM7:59 PM - 8:38 PM
Jul 266:13 AM8:37 PM14h 24m6:13 AM - 6:51 AM7:59 PM - 8:37 PM
Jul 276:14 AM8:36 PM14h 23m6:14 AM - 6:52 AM7:58 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 286:14 AM8:35 PM14h 21m6:14 AM - 6:53 AM7:57 PM - 8:35 PM
Jul 296:15 AM8:34 PM14h 19m6:15 AM - 6:53 AM7:56 PM - 8:34 PM
Jul 306:16 AM8:33 PM14h 17m6:16 AM - 6:54 AM7:55 PM - 8:33 PM
Jul 316:17 AM8:33 PM14h 16m6:17 AM - 6:55 AM7:55 PM - 8:33 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Independence in July

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through July as we move farther from the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Independence, Missouri, 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 July.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Independence, Missouri in July?

Today, the sun rises in Independence, Missouri at 7:37 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Independence, Missouri in July?

Today, the sun sets in Independence, Missouri at 5:17 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Independence, Missouri in July?

Today's daylight in Independence, Missouri lasts about 9h 41m. As we move through July, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Independence, Missouri?

Golden hour in Independence, Missouri 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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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.