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Sun Times in Dalhousie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dalhousie?
Sunrise in Dalhousie on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dalhousie?
Sunset in Dalhousie on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:02 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dalhousie?
Morning golden hour in Dalhousie ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:21 PM.
How long is the day in Dalhousie?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Dalhousie there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dalhousie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dalhousie at 12:24 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dalhousie?
In Dalhousie, sunset is at 7:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:54 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 7:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dalhousie?
Twilight in Dalhousie lasts approximately 112 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 Dalhousie?
The earliest sunrise in Dalhousie in 2026 is at 4:25 AM on June 10 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dalhousie?
The latest sunset in Dalhousie in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 21 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dalhousie?
After sunset at 7:02 PM in Dalhousie, civil twilight ends at 7:34 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:54 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dalhousie 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 Dalhousie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dalhousie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 3:59 PM | 8h 49m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:35 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 40m |
| May | 4:46 AM | 7:58 PM | 15h 12m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 8:27 PM | 16h 02m |
| July | 4:41 AM | 8:20 PM | 15h 39m |
| August | 5:20 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 18m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 6:44 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 6:32 AM | 3:47 PM | 9h 15m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 3:32 PM | 8h 23m |