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Sun Times in Fort Recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Recovery?
Sunrise in Fort Recovery on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Recovery?
Sunset in Fort Recovery on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Recovery?
Morning golden hour in Fort Recovery ends at 7:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Recovery?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Fort Recovery there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Recovery?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Recovery at 1:39 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 Recovery?
In Fort Recovery, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:52 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Recovery?
Twilight in Fort Recovery lasts approximately 97 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 Recovery?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Recovery in 2026 is at 6:08 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Recovery?
The latest sunset in Fort Recovery in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Recovery?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Fort Recovery, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:52 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Recovery 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 Recovery
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Recovery on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:00 AM | 5:37 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:50 AM | 7:46 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 26m |
| June | 6:08 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 6:21 AM | 9:08 PM | 14h 46m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 7:19 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 7:55 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 18m |