Sun Times in Courtenay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Courtenay?
Sunrise in Courtenay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Courtenay?
Sunset in Courtenay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:58 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Courtenay?
Morning golden hour in Courtenay ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Courtenay?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Courtenay there are 13 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Courtenay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Courtenay at 1:19 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Courtenay?
In Courtenay, sunset is at 7:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Courtenay?
Twilight in Courtenay lasts approximately 117 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 Courtenay?
The earliest sunrise in Courtenay in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on June 13 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Courtenay?
The latest sunset in Courtenay in 2026 is at 9:31 PM on June 20 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Courtenay?
After sunset at 7:58 PM in Courtenay, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Courtenay 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 Courtenay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Courtenay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:11 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 37m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 10m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 47m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 24m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 9:29 PM | 16h 18m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 53m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 26m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 47m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 04m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 09m |
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