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Sun Times in Happy Harbour
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Happy Harbour?
Sunrise in Happy Harbour on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Happy Harbour?
Sunset in Happy Harbour on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:54 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Happy Harbour?
Morning golden hour in Happy Harbour ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:24 PM.
How long is the day in Happy Harbour?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Happy Harbour there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Happy Harbour?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Happy Harbour at 12:28 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Happy Harbour?
In Happy Harbour, sunset is at 6:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:13 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Happy Harbour?
Twilight in Happy Harbour lasts approximately 79 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 Happy Harbour?
The earliest sunrise in Happy Harbour in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on May 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Happy Harbour?
The latest sunset in Happy Harbour in 2026 is at 7:13 PM on June 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Happy Harbour?
After sunset at 6:54 PM in Happy Harbour, civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:13 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Happy Harbour 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 Happy Harbour
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Happy Harbour on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 13m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 31m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:56 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 46m |