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Sun Times in Grand Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grand Lake?
Sunrise in Grand Lake on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grand Lake?
Sunset in Grand Lake on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:34 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grand Lake?
Morning golden hour in Grand Lake ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Grand Lake?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Grand Lake there are 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grand Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grand Lake at 1:28 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grand Lake?
In Grand Lake, sunset is at 8:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:32 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grand Lake?
Twilight in Grand Lake lasts approximately 119 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 Grand Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Grand Lake in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on June 15 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Grand Lake?
The latest sunset in Grand Lake in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 22 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grand Lake?
After sunset at 8:34 PM in Grand Lake, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:32 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grand 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 Grand Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grand Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 59m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:40 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 7:59 AM | 4:38 PM | 8h 39m |