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Sun Times in Canyon Meadows
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Canyon Meadows?
Sunrise in Canyon Meadows on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Canyon Meadows?
Sunset in Canyon Meadows on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Canyon Meadows?
Morning golden hour in Canyon Meadows ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Canyon Meadows?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Canyon Meadows there are 14 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Canyon Meadows?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Canyon Meadows at 1:39 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Canyon Meadows?
In Canyon Meadows, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:02 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Canyon Meadows?
Twilight in Canyon Meadows lasts approximately 134 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 Canyon Meadows?
The earliest sunrise in Canyon Meadows in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 13 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Canyon Meadows?
The latest sunset in Canyon Meadows in 2026 is at 9:54 PM on June 20 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Canyon Meadows?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Canyon Meadows, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:02 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Canyon Meadows 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 Canyon Meadows
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Canyon Meadows on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 27m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 05m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 31m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 04m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 56m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 57m |