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Sun Times in Fort Saskatchewan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Saskatchewan?
Sunrise in Fort Saskatchewan on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Saskatchewan?
Sunset in Fort Saskatchewan on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Saskatchewan?
Morning golden hour in Fort Saskatchewan ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Saskatchewan?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Fort Saskatchewan there are 14 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Saskatchewan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Saskatchewan 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 Saskatchewan?
In Fort Saskatchewan, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:38 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Saskatchewan?
Twilight in Fort Saskatchewan lasts approximately 158 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 Saskatchewan?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Saskatchewan in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 16 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort Saskatchewan?
The latest sunset in Fort Saskatchewan in 2026 is at 10:07 PM on June 21 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Saskatchewan?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Fort Saskatchewan, civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:38 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Saskatchewan 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 Saskatchewan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Saskatchewan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:41 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 02m |
| February | 7:51 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 52m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 03m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 57m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 10:05 PM | 17h 03m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 33m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 49m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 35m |
| November | 7:59 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 35m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 4:12 PM | 7h 28m |