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Sun Times in Altona
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Altona?
Sunrise in Altona on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Winnipeg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Altona?
Sunset in Altona on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Winnipeg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Altona?
Morning golden hour in Altona ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Altona?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Altona there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Altona?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Altona at 1:29 PM (America/Winnipeg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Altona?
In Altona, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (America/Winnipeg). Civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Altona?
Twilight in Altona lasts approximately 115 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 Altona?
The earliest sunrise in Altona in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 15 (America/Winnipeg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Altona?
The latest sunset in Altona in 2026 is at 9:39 PM on June 23 (America/Winnipeg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Altona?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Altona, civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (America/Winnipeg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Altona 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 Altona
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Altona on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:19 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 42m |
| February | 7:38 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 12m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 44m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 19m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 12m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 48m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 23m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 09m |
| December | 8:18 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 14m |