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Sun Times in Horseshoe Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Horseshoe Bay?
Sunrise in Horseshoe Bay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Horseshoe Bay?
Sunset in Horseshoe Bay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Horseshoe Bay?
Morning golden hour in Horseshoe Bay ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Horseshoe Bay?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Horseshoe Bay there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Horseshoe Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Horseshoe Bay at 1:15 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Horseshoe Bay?
In Horseshoe Bay, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:17 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Horseshoe Bay?
Twilight in Horseshoe Bay lasts approximately 123 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 Horseshoe Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Horseshoe Bay in 2026 is at 5:06 AM on June 12 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Horseshoe Bay?
The latest sunset in Horseshoe Bay in 2026 is at 9:23 PM on June 21 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Horseshoe Bay?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Horseshoe Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:17 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Horseshoe Bay 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 Horseshoe Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Horseshoe Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 40m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 11m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 21m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 9:21 PM | 16h 15m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 50m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 24m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 07m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 12m |