Sun Times in Fort Myers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Myers?
Sunrise in Fort Myers on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Myers?
Sunset in Fort Myers on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Myers?
Morning golden hour in Fort Myers ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Myers?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Fort Myers there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Myers?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Myers at 1:31 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Myers?
In Fort Myers, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:22 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Myers?
Twilight in Fort Myers lasts approximately 82 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 Myers?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Myers in 2026 is at 6:33 AM on June 3 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Myers?
The latest sunset in Fort Myers in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Myers?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Fort Myers, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:22 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Myers 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 Myers
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Myers on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 39m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 27m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 48m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 39m |
| August | 6:59 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 05m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 50m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 29m |
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