Lansing Sunrise & Sunset in January 2026

EST42.7325°N, 84.5555°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Lansing, Michigan throughout January 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During January, the region experiences some of the shortest days of the year. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in January, 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 Lansing depend on January's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in January brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Lansing, Michigan. 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 January 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.

January is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Lansing. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 42.7° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.

January daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 14m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 35m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 50m longer by month end.

Key January Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: January 1 at 8:09 AM
  • Latest sunrise: January 31 at 7:55 AM
  • Earliest sunset: January 1 at 5:15 PM
  • Latest sunset: January 31 at 5:50 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 50m from start to end of month

January averages

  • Average sunrise: 8:05 AM
  • Average sunset: 5:32 PM
  • Average day length: 9h 27m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for January 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jan 18:09 AM5:15 PM9h 6m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Jan 28:09 AM5:16 PM9h 7m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:31 PM - 5:16 PM
Jan 38:09 AM5:17 PM9h 8m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:32 PM - 5:17 PM
Jan 48:09 AM5:18 PM9h 9m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:33 PM - 5:18 PM
Jan 58:09 AM5:19 PM9h 10m8:09 AM - 8:55 AM4:34 PM - 5:19 PM
Jan 68:09 AM5:20 PM9h 11m8:09 AM - 8:54 AM4:35 PM - 5:20 PM
Jan 78:09 AM5:21 PM9h 12m8:09 AM - 8:54 AM4:36 PM - 5:21 PM
Jan 88:09 AM5:22 PM9h 13m8:09 AM - 8:54 AM4:37 PM - 5:22 PM
Jan 98:09 AM5:23 PM9h 14m8:09 AM - 8:54 AM4:38 PM - 5:23 PM
Jan 108:08 AM5:24 PM9h 16m8:08 AM - 8:53 AM4:39 PM - 5:24 PM
Jan 118:08 AM5:25 PM9h 17m8:08 AM - 8:53 AM4:41 PM - 5:25 PM
Jan 128:08 AM5:26 PM9h 19m8:08 AM - 8:52 AM4:42 PM - 5:26 PM
Jan 138:07 AM5:28 PM9h 20m8:07 AM - 8:52 AM4:43 PM - 5:28 PM
Jan 148:07 AM5:29 PM9h 22m8:07 AM - 8:51 AM4:44 PM - 5:29 PM
Jan 158:07 AM5:30 PM9h 23m8:07 AM - 8:51 AM4:46 PM - 5:30 PM
Jan 168:06 AM5:31 PM9h 25m8:06 AM - 8:50 AM4:47 PM - 5:31 PM
Jan 178:06 AM5:32 PM9h 27m8:06 AM - 8:49 AM4:48 PM - 5:32 PM
Jan 188:05 AM5:33 PM9h 28m8:05 AM - 8:49 AM4:50 PM - 5:33 PM
Jan 198:04 AM5:35 PM9h 30m8:04 AM - 8:48 AM4:51 PM - 5:35 PM
Jan 208:04 AM5:36 PM9h 32m8:04 AM - 8:47 AM4:53 PM - 5:36 PM
Jan 218:03 AM5:37 PM9h 34m8:03 AM - 8:46 AM4:54 PM - 5:37 PM
Jan 228:02 AM5:38 PM9h 36m8:02 AM - 8:45 AM4:55 PM - 5:38 PM
Jan 238:02 AM5:40 PM9h 38m8:02 AM - 8:45 AM4:57 PM - 5:40 PM
Jan 248:01 AM5:41 PM9h 40m8:01 AM - 8:44 AM4:58 PM - 5:41 PM
Jan 258:00 AM5:42 PM9h 42m8:00 AM - 8:43 AM5:00 PM - 5:42 PM
Jan 267:59 AM5:44 PM9h 44m7:59 AM - 8:42 AM5:01 PM - 5:44 PM
Jan 277:58 AM5:45 PM9h 47m7:58 AM - 8:41 AM5:03 PM - 5:45 PM
Jan 287:57 AM5:46 PM9h 49m7:57 AM - 8:40 AM5:04 PM - 5:46 PM
Jan 297:57 AM5:48 PM9h 51m7:57 AM - 8:39 AM5:06 PM - 5:48 PM
Jan 307:56 AM5:49 PM9h 53m7:56 AM - 8:37 AM5:07 PM - 5:49 PM
Jan 317:55 AM5:50 PM9h 56m7:55 AM - 8:36 AM5:09 PM - 5:50 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Lansing in January

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through January as we move closer to the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Lansing, Michigan, 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 January.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Lansing, Michigan in January?

Today, the sun rises in Lansing, Michigan at 7:25 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout January, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Lansing, Michigan in January?

Today, the sun sets in Lansing, Michigan at 6:21 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout January, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Lansing, Michigan in January?

Today's daylight in Lansing, Michigan lasts about 10h 56m. As we move through January, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Lansing, Michigan?

Golden hour in Lansing, Michigan 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.

How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

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.