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Sun Times in Fort Shawnee
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Shawnee?
Sunrise in Fort Shawnee on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Shawnee?
Sunset in Fort Shawnee on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Shawnee?
Morning golden hour in Fort Shawnee ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Shawnee?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Fort Shawnee there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Shawnee?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Shawnee at 1:38 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 Shawnee?
In Fort Shawnee, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Shawnee?
Twilight in Fort Shawnee lasts approximately 98 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 Shawnee?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Shawnee in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 12 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Shawnee?
The latest sunset in Fort Shawnee in 2026 is at 9:11 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Shawnee?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Fort Shawnee, civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Shawnee 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 Shawnee
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Shawnee on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:58 AM | 5:34 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 05m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 48m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 7:23 AM | 5:18 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:53 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 17m |