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Sun Times in James Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in James Bay?
Sunrise in James Bay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in James Bay?
Sunset in James Bay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in James Bay?
Morning golden hour in James Bay ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in James Bay?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in James Bay there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in James Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in James Bay at 1:12 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in James Bay?
In James Bay, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in James Bay?
Twilight in James Bay lasts approximately 113 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 James Bay?
The earliest sunrise in James Bay in 2026 is at 5:11 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 James Bay?
The latest sunset in James Bay in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 23 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in James Bay?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in James Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in James 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 James Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in James Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 47m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 15m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 42m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 14m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 9:16 PM | 16h 05m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 42m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 20m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 50m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 13m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 20m |