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Sun Times in Discovery Ridge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Discovery Ridge?
Sunrise in Discovery Ridge on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Discovery Ridge?
Sunset in Discovery Ridge on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Discovery Ridge?
Morning golden hour in Discovery Ridge ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:09 PM.
How long is the day in Discovery Ridge?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Discovery Ridge there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Discovery Ridge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Discovery Ridge at 1:41 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Discovery Ridge?
In Discovery Ridge, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:13 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Discovery Ridge?
Twilight in Discovery Ridge lasts approximately 138 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 Discovery Ridge?
The earliest sunrise in Discovery Ridge in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 14 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Discovery Ridge?
The latest sunset in Discovery Ridge in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 20 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Discovery Ridge?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Discovery Ridge, civil twilight ends at 9:32 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:13 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Discovery Ridge 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 Discovery Ridge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Discovery Ridge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:49 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 7:50 AM | 7:42 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:33 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 34m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 32m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 57m |