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Sun Times in Three Forks
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Three Forks?
Sunrise in Three Forks on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Three Forks?
Sunset in Three Forks on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Three Forks?
Morning golden hour in Three Forks ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Three Forks?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Three Forks there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Three Forks?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Three Forks at 1:25 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Three Forks?
In Three Forks, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:44 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Three Forks?
Twilight in Three Forks lasts approximately 106 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 Three Forks?
The earliest sunrise in Three Forks in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 10 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Three Forks?
The latest sunset in Three Forks in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 20 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Three Forks?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Three Forks, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:44 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Three Forks 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 Three Forks
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Three Forks on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 05m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 25m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:32 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 57m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 43m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 22m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 08m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 28m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 41m |