Sun Times in Fort Dodge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Dodge?
Sunrise in Fort Dodge on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Dodge?
Sunset in Fort Dodge on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Dodge?
Morning golden hour in Fort Dodge ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Dodge?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Fort Dodge there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Dodge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Dodge at 1:18 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Dodge?
In Fort Dodge, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Dodge?
Twilight in Fort Dodge lasts approximately 102 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 Dodge?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Dodge in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Dodge?
The latest sunset in Fort Dodge in 2026 is at 8:58 PM on June 24 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Dodge?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Fort Dodge, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:40 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Dodge 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 Dodge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Dodge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:43 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 26m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 36m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 37m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 17m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 59m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 54m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 7:07 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:39 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 05m |
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