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Sun Times in Bon Accord
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bon Accord?
Sunrise in Bon Accord on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bon Accord?
Sunset in Bon Accord on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:18 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bon Accord?
Morning golden hour in Bon Accord ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Bon Accord?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Bon Accord there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bon Accord?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bon Accord at 1:32 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bon Accord?
In Bon Accord, sunset is at 8:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 8:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bon Accord?
Twilight in Bon Accord lasts approximately 132 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 Bon Accord?
The earliest sunrise in Bon Accord in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 15 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bon Accord?
The latest sunset in Bon Accord in 2026 is at 10:09 PM on June 22 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bon Accord?
After sunset at 8:18 PM in Bon Accord, civil twilight ends at 8:55 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:30 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bon Accord 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 Bon Accord
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bon Accord on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:43 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 01m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 51m |
| March | 7:47 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 03m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 59m |
| June | 5:01 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 05m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 9:56 PM | 16h 34m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 50m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:36 PM | 10h 34m |
| November | 8:01 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 34m |
| December | 8:45 AM | 4:12 PM | 7h 27m |