Sun in Chicago today
Sun in Chicago today
Friday, September 4, 2026
See the Sun from your exact position in Chicago
Open the live SunPoint map to move the pin and see the calculated sunrise or sunset bearing from the exact place you plan to stand.
Today's sunrise direction, map, viewpoints and sunrise-specific guidance.
Today's sunset direction, map, viewpoints and sunset-specific guidance.
How the Sun moves through the year in Chicago
Sunrise: East-Northeast (57°). Sunset: West-Northwest (303°).
Sunrise: East-Southeast (122°). Sunset: West-Southwest (239°).
These bearings are calculated for Chicago's coordinates rather than using a generic east/west rule. The shift between the two solstices shows how far the sunrise and sunset points move along the local horizon over the year.
Local horizon context
Today's sunrise and sunset times in Chicago are shown above, along with the exact direction so you know where to look. The map shows exactly where the sun rises and sets.
East-facing lake provides clear sunrise horizon
Official solar times assume an astronomical horizon. Buildings, trees, hills or other obstructions described in the local notes can change when the Sun first or last becomes visible from a particular street or viewpoint.
What this city page is for
This is the Chicago solar overview: today's sunrise, sunset, directions and total daylight in one place. Use the dedicated sunrise or sunset pages when you want mode-specific viewing guidance; use the live SunPoint map when you need the bearing from an exact location rather than the city centre.