Boise Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026

MST43.6150°N, 116.2023°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Boise, Idaho throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of March in Boise reflect the equinox periods. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During March, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Boise benefit from accurate March sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding March's sun time patterns in Boise, Idaho enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. The daily variations in sun times during March may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

March is a seasonal transition month for Boise in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.

March daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 7m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 1h 36m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 1h 30m longer by month end.

Key March Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 7:24 AM
  • Latest sunrise: March 31 at 7:31 AM
  • Earliest sunset: March 1 at 6:33 PM
  • Latest sunset: March 31 at 8:09 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 30m from start to end of month

March averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:42 AM
  • Average sunset: 7:36 PM
  • Average day length: 11h 53m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for March 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Mar 17:24 AM6:33 PM11h 9m7:24 AM - 8:03 AM5:54 PM - 6:33 PM
Mar 27:22 AM6:34 PM11h 12m7:22 AM - 8:01 AM5:55 PM - 6:34 PM
Mar 37:21 AM6:35 PM11h 15m7:21 AM - 7:59 AM5:56 PM - 6:35 PM
Mar 47:19 AM6:36 PM11h 17m7:19 AM - 7:58 AM5:58 PM - 6:36 PM
Mar 57:17 AM6:38 PM11h 20m7:17 AM - 7:56 AM5:59 PM - 6:38 PM
Mar 67:16 AM6:39 PM11h 23m7:16 AM - 7:54 AM6:01 PM - 6:39 PM
Mar 77:14 AM6:40 PM11h 26m7:14 AM - 7:52 AM6:02 PM - 6:40 PM
Mar 87:12 AM6:41 PM11h 29m7:12 AM - 7:50 AM6:03 PM - 6:41 PM
Mar 98:10 AM7:43 PM11h 32m8:10 AM - 8:49 AM7:04 PM - 7:43 PM
Mar 108:09 AM7:44 PM11h 35m8:09 AM - 8:47 AM7:06 PM - 7:44 PM
Mar 118:07 AM7:45 PM11h 38m8:07 AM - 8:45 AM7:07 PM - 7:45 PM
Mar 128:05 AM7:46 PM11h 41m8:05 AM - 8:43 AM7:08 PM - 7:46 PM
Mar 138:03 AM7:48 PM11h 44m8:03 AM - 8:41 AM7:10 PM - 7:48 PM
Mar 148:01 AM7:49 PM11h 47m8:01 AM - 8:39 AM7:11 PM - 7:49 PM
Mar 158:00 AM7:50 PM11h 50m8:00 AM - 8:38 AM7:12 PM - 7:50 PM
Mar 167:58 AM7:51 PM11h 53m7:58 AM - 8:36 AM7:13 PM - 7:51 PM
Mar 177:56 AM7:53 PM11h 56m7:56 AM - 8:34 AM7:15 PM - 7:53 PM
Mar 187:54 AM7:54 PM11h 59m7:54 AM - 8:32 AM7:16 PM - 7:54 PM
Mar 197:52 AM7:55 PM12h 2m7:52 AM - 8:30 AM7:17 PM - 7:55 PM
Mar 207:51 AM7:56 PM12h 5m7:51 AM - 8:28 AM7:18 PM - 7:56 PM
Mar 217:49 AM7:57 PM12h 8m7:49 AM - 8:27 AM7:19 PM - 7:57 PM
Mar 227:47 AM7:59 PM12h 12m7:47 AM - 8:25 AM7:21 PM - 7:59 PM
Mar 237:45 AM8:00 PM12h 15m7:45 AM - 8:23 AM7:22 PM - 8:00 PM
Mar 247:43 AM8:01 PM12h 18m7:43 AM - 8:21 AM7:23 PM - 8:01 PM
Mar 257:42 AM8:02 PM12h 21m7:42 AM - 8:19 AM7:24 PM - 8:02 PM
Mar 267:40 AM8:03 PM12h 24m7:40 AM - 8:17 AM7:25 PM - 8:03 PM
Mar 277:38 AM8:04 PM12h 27m7:38 AM - 8:16 AM7:27 PM - 8:04 PM
Mar 287:36 AM8:06 PM12h 30m7:36 AM - 8:14 AM7:28 PM - 8:06 PM
Mar 297:34 AM8:07 PM12h 33m7:34 AM - 8:12 AM7:29 PM - 8:07 PM
Mar 307:32 AM8:08 PM12h 36m7:32 AM - 8:10 AM7:30 PM - 8:08 PM
Mar 317:31 AM8:09 PM12h 39m7:31 AM - 8:08 AM7:31 PM - 8:09 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Boise in March

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through March as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Boise, Idaho, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in March.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Boise, Idaho in March?

Today, the sun rises in Boise, Idaho at 7:32 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Boise, Idaho in March?

Today, the sun sets in Boise, Idaho at 6:26 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Boise, Idaho in March?

Today's daylight in Boise, Idaho lasts about 10h 54m. As we move through March, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Boise, Idaho?

Golden hour in Boise, Idaho refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.