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Sun Times in Grand River South
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grand River South?
Sunrise in Grand River South on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grand River South?
Sunset in Grand River South on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:07 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grand River South?
Morning golden hour in Grand River South ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Grand River South?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Grand River South there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grand River South?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grand River South at 1:23 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grand River South?
In Grand River South, sunset is at 8:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grand River South?
Twilight in Grand River South lasts approximately 104 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 River South?
The earliest sunrise in Grand River South in 2026 is at 5:40 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 Grand River South?
The latest sunset in Grand River South in 2026 is at 9:06 PM on June 21 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grand River South?
After sunset at 8:07 PM in Grand River South, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:51 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grand River South 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 River South
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grand River South on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:51 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:19 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 43m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:24 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 7:15 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 41m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 59m |