Sun Times in Fort Worth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Worth?
Sunrise in Fort Worth on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:58 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Worth?
Sunset in Fort Worth on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Worth?
Morning golden hour in Fort Worth ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Worth?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Fort Worth there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Worth?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Worth at 1:31 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 Worth?
In Fort Worth, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Worth?
Twilight in Fort Worth lasts approximately 87 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 Worth?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Worth in 2026 is at 6:20 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Worth?
The latest sunset in Fort Worth in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 25 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Worth?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Fort Worth, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Worth 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 Worth
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Worth on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 15m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 18m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 01m |
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