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Sun Times in Fort Riley North
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Riley North?
Sunrise in Fort Riley North on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 7:11 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Riley North?
Sunset in Fort Riley North on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 7:30 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Riley North?
Morning golden hour in Fort Riley North ends at 7:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Riley North?
On Friday, September 18, 2026 in Fort Riley North there are 12 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Riley North?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Riley North at 1:21 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 Riley North?
In Fort Riley North, sunset is at 7:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:00 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Riley North?
Twilight in Fort Riley North lasts approximately 90 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 Riley North?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Riley North in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 9 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Riley North?
The latest sunset in Fort Riley North in 2026 is at 8:57 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Riley North?
After sunset at 7:30 PM in Fort Riley North, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:00 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Riley North 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 Riley North
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Riley North on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 5:29 PM | 9h 44m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 39m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:39 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 26m |