Sun Times in Fort Benton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Benton?
Sunrise in Fort Benton on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Benton?
Sunset in Fort Benton on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Benton?
Morning golden hour in Fort Benton ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Benton?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Fort Benton there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Benton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Benton at 1:21 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Benton?
In Fort Benton, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Benton?
Twilight in Fort Benton 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 Fort Benton?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Benton in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 11 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Benton?
The latest sunset in Fort Benton in 2026 is at 9:25 PM on June 21 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Benton?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Fort Benton, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Benton 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 Fort Benton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Benton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 4:57 PM | 8h 51m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 00m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 37m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 6:33 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:28 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 8:05 AM | 4:30 PM | 8h 25m |
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