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Sun Times in Blackfalds
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Blackfalds?
Sunrise in Blackfalds on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Blackfalds?
Sunset in Blackfalds on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:17 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Blackfalds?
Morning golden hour in Blackfalds ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Blackfalds?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Blackfalds there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Blackfalds?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Blackfalds at 1:34 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Blackfalds?
In Blackfalds, sunset is at 8:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:23 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Blackfalds?
Twilight in Blackfalds lasts approximately 126 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 Blackfalds?
The earliest sunrise in Blackfalds in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 12 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Blackfalds?
The latest sunset in Blackfalds in 2026 is at 10:01 PM on June 20 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Blackfalds?
After sunset at 8:17 PM in Blackfalds, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:23 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Blackfalds 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 Blackfalds
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Blackfalds on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 4:52 PM | 8h 14m |
| February | 7:50 AM | 5:48 PM | 9h 58m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:40 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 57m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 46m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 9:59 PM | 16h 47m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 9:50 PM | 16h 19m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 41m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:56 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 45m |
| December | 8:39 AM | 4:21 PM | 7h 43m |