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Sun Times in Elliot Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elliot Lake?
Sunrise in Elliot Lake on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elliot Lake?
Sunset in Elliot Lake on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elliot Lake?
Morning golden hour in Elliot Lake ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:23 PM.
How long is the day in Elliot Lake?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Elliot Lake there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elliot Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elliot Lake at 1:29 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Elliot Lake?
In Elliot Lake, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elliot Lake?
Twilight in Elliot Lake lasts approximately 107 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 Elliot Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Elliot Lake in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 11 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elliot Lake?
The latest sunset in Elliot Lake in 2026 is at 9:27 PM on June 24 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elliot Lake?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Elliot Lake, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elliot Lake 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 Elliot Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elliot Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:09 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 01m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 00m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 47m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 26m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 10m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 25m |
| December | 8:07 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 37m |