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Sun Times in Bas-Caraquet
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bas-Caraquet?
Sunrise in Bas-Caraquet on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bas-Caraquet?
Sunset in Bas-Caraquet on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bas-Caraquet?
Morning golden hour in Bas-Caraquet ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Bas-Caraquet?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Bas-Caraquet there are 13 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bas-Caraquet?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bas-Caraquet at 1:22 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bas-Caraquet?
In Bas-Caraquet, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:17 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bas-Caraquet?
Twilight in Bas-Caraquet lasts approximately 118 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 Bas-Caraquet?
The earliest sunrise in Bas-Caraquet in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on June 10 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bas-Caraquet?
The latest sunset in Bas-Caraquet in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 23 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bas-Caraquet?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Bas-Caraquet, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:17 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bas-Caraquet 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 Bas-Caraquet
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bas-Caraquet on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 4:54 PM | 8h 51m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 9:19 PM | 16h 00m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 37m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:38 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 26m |