Sun Times in Fort Madison
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Madison?
Sunrise in Fort Madison on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Madison?
Sunset in Fort Madison on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:35 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Madison?
Morning golden hour in Fort Madison ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Madison?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Fort Madison there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Madison?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Madison at 1:04 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 Madison?
In Fort Madison, sunset is at 7:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Madison?
Twilight in Fort Madison lasts approximately 96 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 Madison?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Madison in 2026 is at 5:33 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 Madison?
The latest sunset in Fort Madison in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Madison?
After sunset at 7:35 PM in Fort Madison, civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Madison 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 Madison
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Madison on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:26 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 04m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 17m |
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