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Sun Times in Minot Air Force Base
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Minot Air Force Base?
Sunrise in Minot Air Force Base on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Minot Air Force Base?
Sunset in Minot Air Force Base on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Minot Air Force Base?
Morning golden hour in Minot Air Force Base ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:17 PM.
How long is the day in Minot Air Force Base?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Minot Air Force Base there are 14 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Minot Air Force Base?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Minot Air Force Base at 1:50 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Minot Air Force Base?
In Minot Air Force Base, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:08 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Minot Air Force Base?
Twilight in Minot Air Force Base lasts approximately 127 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 Minot Air Force Base?
The earliest sunrise in Minot Air Force Base in 2026 is at 5:43 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Minot Air Force Base?
The latest sunset in Minot Air Force Base in 2026 is at 9:51 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Minot Air Force Base?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Minot Air Force Base, civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:08 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Minot Air Force Base 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 Minot Air Force Base
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Minot Air Force Base on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 5:18 PM | 8h 47m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 15m |
| March | 7:58 AM | 7:50 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 42m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 14m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 05m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 9:42 PM | 15h 42m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 20m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 8:05 AM | 6:55 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 13m |
| December | 8:30 AM | 4:50 PM | 8h 20m |