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Sun Times in Central Moncton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Central Moncton?
Sunrise in Central Moncton on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Central Moncton?
Sunset in Central Moncton on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Central Moncton?
Morning golden hour in Central Moncton ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Central Moncton?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Central Moncton there are 14 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Central Moncton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Central Moncton at 1:23 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Central Moncton?
In Central Moncton, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:25 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Central Moncton?
Twilight in Central Moncton 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 Central Moncton?
The earliest sunrise in Central Moncton in 2026 is at 5:27 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 Central Moncton?
The latest sunset in Central Moncton in 2026 is at 9:14 PM on June 21 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Central Moncton?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Central Moncton, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:25 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Central Moncton 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 Central Moncton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Central Moncton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 58m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:20 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 39m |