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Sun Times in Cowichan Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cowichan Bay?
Sunrise in Cowichan Bay on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cowichan Bay?
Sunset in Cowichan Bay on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cowichan Bay?
Morning golden hour in Cowichan Bay ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Cowichan Bay?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Cowichan Bay there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cowichan Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cowichan Bay at 1:16 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cowichan Bay?
In Cowichan Bay, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:06 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cowichan Bay?
Twilight in Cowichan Bay lasts approximately 119 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 Cowichan Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Cowichan Bay in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 15 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cowichan Bay?
The latest sunset in Cowichan Bay in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on June 20 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cowichan Bay?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Cowichan Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:41 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:06 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cowichan Bay 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 Cowichan Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cowichan Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 45m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 14m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 43m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 17m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 9:19 PM | 16h 08m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 45m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 21m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:23 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 11m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 18m |