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Sun Times in Fort Erie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Erie?
Sunrise in Fort Erie on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Erie?
Sunset in Fort Erie on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Erie?
Morning golden hour in Fort Erie ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:19 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Erie?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Fort Erie there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Erie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Erie at 1:16 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Erie?
In Fort Erie, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Erie?
Twilight in Fort Erie 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 Erie?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Erie in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 9 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Erie?
The latest sunset in Fort Erie in 2026 is at 8:58 PM on June 21 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Erie?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Fort Erie, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Erie 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 Erie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Erie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:43 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 23m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 39m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 02m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:08 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:39 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 02m |