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Sun Times in Fort Washington
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Washington?
Sunrise in Fort Washington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Washington?
Sunset in Fort Washington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Washington?
Morning golden hour in Fort Washington ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Washington?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Fort Washington there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Washington?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Washington at 1:12 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 Washington?
In Fort Washington, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:42 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Washington?
Twilight in Fort Washington lasts approximately 99 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 Washington?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Washington in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Washington?
The latest sunset in Fort Washington in 2026 is at 8:36 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 Washington?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Fort Washington, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:42 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Washington 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 Washington
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Washington on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 29m |