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Sun Times in Fords Prairie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fords Prairie?
Sunrise in Fords Prairie on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fords Prairie?
Sunset in Fords Prairie on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fords Prairie?
Morning golden hour in Fords Prairie ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Fords Prairie?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Fords Prairie there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fords Prairie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fords Prairie at 1:12 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fords Prairie?
In Fords Prairie, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fords Prairie?
Twilight in Fords Prairie lasts approximately 111 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Fords Prairie?
The earliest sunrise in Fords Prairie in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fords Prairie?
The latest sunset in Fords Prairie in 2026 is at 9:10 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fords Prairie?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Fords Prairie, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fords Prairie shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Fords Prairie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fords Prairie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 4:51 PM | 8h 59m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 03m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 50m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 29m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 12m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 23m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 4:24 PM | 8h 34m |