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First Alert Weather: Midstate losing daylight each day for the rest of the summer
By Stefano DiPietro at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - You won’t notice it right away, but the days are already getting shorter.Now that the summer solstice has come and gone, that also means we’ve passed the longest ‘day’ of the year already.Which means our days are gradually getting shorter, not the actual day but the amou...
Key takeaway By July, the rate picks up, and we lose roughly 1 to 2 minutes of daylight each day, which means we’ll lose about 30 minutes of daylight through July.
Why this matters in The Nashville
As the midstate loses daylight each day, residents can expect their daily commutes to gradually change. By July, the loss of 1 to 2 minutes of daylight per day may start to impact evening rush hour, with the sun setting earlier and reducing visibility on the roads. This could lead to an increase in accidents, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists who rely on daylight for safety. Furthermore, the accelerated loss of daylight in late August and September coincides with the start of the new school year, which may require parents and children to adjust their morning and afternoon routines to ensure safe travel to and from school. The changing daylight hours also serve as a reminder for residents to prepare for the upcoming winter months, when reduced daylight can exacerbate seasonal affective disorder and other health issues.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - You won’t notice it right away, but the days are already getting shorter.Now that the summer solstice has come and gone, that also means we’ve passed the longest ‘day’ of the year already.Which means our days are gradually getting shorter, not the actual day but the amou...
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