Sun Times in Fort Macleod
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Macleod?
Sunrise in Fort Macleod 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 Fort Macleod?
Sunset in Fort Macleod on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Macleod?
Morning golden hour in Fort Macleod ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Macleod?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Fort Macleod there are 14 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Macleod?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Macleod at 1:37 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Macleod?
In Fort Macleod, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:00 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Macleod?
Twilight in Fort Macleod lasts approximately 131 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 Fort Macleod?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Macleod in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 11 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Macleod?
The latest sunset in Fort Macleod in 2026 is at 9:45 PM on June 20 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Macleod?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Fort Macleod, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:00 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Macleod 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 Fort Macleod
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Macleod on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:24 AM | 5:01 PM | 8h 37m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 10m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 47m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 24m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 18m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 9:36 PM | 15h 53m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 26m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 47m |
| November | 7:45 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 04m |
| December | 8:24 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 09m |
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