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Sun Times in Gentilly
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gentilly?
Sunrise in Gentilly on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gentilly?
Sunset in Gentilly on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:23 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gentilly?
Morning golden hour in Gentilly ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:44 PM.
How long is the day in Gentilly?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Gentilly there are 13 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gentilly?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gentilly at 12:48 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gentilly?
In Gentilly, sunset is at 7:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gentilly?
Twilight in Gentilly lasts approximately 108 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 Gentilly?
The earliest sunrise in Gentilly in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on June 9 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gentilly?
The latest sunset in Gentilly in 2026 is at 8:45 PM on June 20 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gentilly?
After sunset at 7:23 PM in Gentilly, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gentilly 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 Gentilly
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gentilly on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 4:29 PM | 9h 01m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 8:16 PM | 15h 00m |
| June | 4:56 AM | 8:43 PM | 15h 47m |
| July | 5:11 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 26m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 11m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:16 PM | 9h 25m |
| December | 7:25 AM | 4:02 PM | 8h 37m |