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Sun Times in Fort Lupton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Lupton?
Sunrise in Fort Lupton on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Lupton?
Sunset in Fort Lupton on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:27 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Lupton?
Morning golden hour in Fort Lupton ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Lupton?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Fort Lupton there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Lupton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Lupton at 12:58 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 Lupton?
In Fort Lupton, sunset is at 7:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Lupton?
Twilight in Fort Lupton lasts approximately 95 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 Lupton?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Lupton in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 9 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Lupton?
The latest sunset in Fort Lupton in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 22 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Lupton?
After sunset at 7:27 PM in Fort Lupton, civil twilight ends at 7:55 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Lupton 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 Lupton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Lupton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:10 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 8:30 PM | 15h 01m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 20m |