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Independence, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Independence? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Independence, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Independence Sunrise Time — September 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:48 AM – 7:24 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Chicago

Sunrise times by month in Independence

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:36 AM5:19 PM9h 43m
February7:10 AM5:55 PM10h 44m
March7:30 AM7:25 PM11h 54m
April6:42 AM7:55 PM13h 13m
May6:06 AM8:24 PM14h 18m
June5:52 AM8:46 PM14h 53m
July6:05 AM8:44 PM14h 39m
August6:32 AM8:14 PM13h 42m
September7:00 AM7:28 PM12h 28m
October7:28 AM6:40 PM11h 12m
November7:02 AM5:05 PM10h 3m
December7:31 AM4:57 PM9h 26m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Independence today?

Today's sunrise in Independence, United States is at 6:48 AM, giving 13h 0m of daylight before sunset at 7:49 PM.

What time is first light in Independence today?

First light in Independence begins at 6:21 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:48 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Independence?

The morning golden hour in Independence runs 6:48 AM – 7:24 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Independence?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:48 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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