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Sun Times in East Gwillimbury
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in East Gwillimbury?
Sunrise in East Gwillimbury on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in East Gwillimbury?
Sunset in East Gwillimbury on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in East Gwillimbury?
Morning golden hour in East Gwillimbury ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:23 PM.
How long is the day in East Gwillimbury?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in East Gwillimbury there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in East Gwillimbury?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in East Gwillimbury at 1:19 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in East Gwillimbury?
In East Gwillimbury, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in East Gwillimbury?
Twilight in East Gwillimbury lasts approximately 105 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 East Gwillimbury?
The earliest sunrise in East Gwillimbury in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 13 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in East Gwillimbury?
The latest sunset in East Gwillimbury in 2026 is at 9:05 PM on June 24 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in East Gwillimbury?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in East Gwillimbury, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in East Gwillimbury 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 East Gwillimbury
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in East Gwillimbury on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 16m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:29 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 46m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 29m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 10m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 38m |
| December | 7:45 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 54m |