Minneapolis Sunrise & Sunset in July 2026
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Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: March 2, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Minneapolis, Minnesota 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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.
July falls in summer for Minneapolis in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 45.0° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.
July daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 27m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 20m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 47m shorter by month end.
Key July Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: July 1 at 5:30 AM
- Latest sunrise: July 31 at 5:57 AM
- Earliest sunset: July 1 at 9:04 PM
- Latest sunset: July 31 at 8:44 PM
- Day length change: -1h 47m from start to end of month
July averages
- Average sunrise: 5:42 AM
- Average sunset: 8:56 PM
- Average day length: 15h 14m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for July 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1 | 5:30 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 34m | 5:30 AM - 6:15 AM | 8:19 PM - 9:04 PM |
| Jul 2 | 5:31 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 33m | 5:31 AM - 6:16 AM | 8:19 PM - 9:04 PM |
| Jul 3 | 5:32 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 32m | 5:32 AM - 6:16 AM | 8:19 PM - 9:04 PM |
| Jul 4 | 5:32 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 32m | 5:32 AM - 6:17 AM | 8:19 PM - 9:04 PM |
| Jul 5 | 5:33 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 31m | 5:33 AM - 6:18 AM | 8:19 PM - 9:03 PM |
| Jul 6 | 5:33 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 30m | 5:33 AM - 6:18 AM | 8:18 PM - 9:03 PM |
| Jul 7 | 5:34 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 29m | 5:34 AM - 6:19 AM | 8:18 PM - 9:03 PM |
| Jul 8 | 5:35 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 28m | 5:35 AM - 6:19 AM | 8:18 PM - 9:02 PM |
| Jul 9 | 5:35 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 26m | 5:35 AM - 6:20 AM | 8:17 PM - 9:02 PM |
| Jul 10 | 5:36 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 25m | 5:36 AM - 6:21 AM | 8:17 PM - 9:01 PM |
| Jul 11 | 5:37 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 24m | 5:37 AM - 6:21 AM | 8:17 PM - 9:01 PM |
| Jul 12 | 5:38 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 23m | 5:38 AM - 6:22 AM | 8:16 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Jul 13 | 5:39 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 21m | 5:39 AM - 6:23 AM | 8:16 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Jul 14 | 5:40 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 20m | 5:40 AM - 6:24 AM | 8:15 PM - 8:59 PM |
| Jul 15 | 5:40 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 18m | 5:40 AM - 6:24 AM | 8:15 PM - 8:59 PM |
| Jul 16 | 5:41 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 17m | 5:41 AM - 6:25 AM | 8:14 PM - 8:58 PM |
| Jul 17 | 5:42 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 15m | 5:42 AM - 6:26 AM | 8:13 PM - 8:57 PM |
| Jul 18 | 5:43 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 13m | 5:43 AM - 6:27 AM | 8:13 PM - 8:56 PM |
| Jul 19 | 5:44 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 11m | 5:44 AM - 6:28 AM | 8:12 PM - 8:56 PM |
| Jul 20 | 5:45 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 10m | 5:45 AM - 6:29 AM | 8:11 PM - 8:55 PM |
| Jul 21 | 5:46 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 8m | 5:46 AM - 6:30 AM | 8:11 PM - 8:54 PM |
| Jul 22 | 5:47 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 6m | 5:47 AM - 6:30 AM | 8:10 PM - 8:53 PM |
| Jul 23 | 5:48 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 4m | 5:48 AM - 6:31 AM | 8:09 PM - 8:52 PM |
| Jul 24 | 5:49 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 2m | 5:49 AM - 6:32 AM | 8:08 PM - 8:51 PM |
| Jul 25 | 5:50 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 0m | 5:50 AM - 6:33 AM | 8:07 PM - 8:50 PM |
| Jul 26 | 5:51 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 58m | 5:51 AM - 6:34 AM | 8:06 PM - 8:49 PM |
| Jul 27 | 5:52 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 56m | 5:52 AM - 6:35 AM | 8:05 PM - 8:48 PM |
| Jul 28 | 5:53 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 53m | 5:53 AM - 6:36 AM | 8:04 PM - 8:47 PM |
| Jul 29 | 5:55 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 51m | 5:55 AM - 6:37 AM | 8:03 PM - 8:46 PM |
| Jul 30 | 5:56 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 49m | 5:56 AM - 6:38 AM | 8:02 PM - 8:45 PM |
| Jul 31 | 5:57 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 47m | 5:57 AM - 6:39 AM | 8:01 PM - 8:44 PM |
Last updated: March 2, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota in July?
Today, the sun rises in Minneapolis, Minnesota at 6:50 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Minneapolis, Minnesota in July?
Today, the sun sets in Minneapolis, Minnesota at 6:02 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Minneapolis, Minnesota in July?
Today's daylight in Minneapolis, Minnesota lasts about 11h 12m. As we move through July, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Minneapolis, Minnesota?
Golden hour in Minneapolis, Minnesota 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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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.
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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.