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Sun Times in Kitimat
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kitimat?
Sunrise in Kitimat on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kitimat?
Sunset in Kitimat on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:22 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kitimat?
Morning golden hour in Kitimat ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:35 PM.
How long is the day in Kitimat?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Kitimat there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kitimat?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kitimat at 1:34 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kitimat?
In Kitimat, sunset is at 8:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:36 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kitimat?
Twilight in Kitimat lasts approximately 134 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 Kitimat?
The earliest sunrise in Kitimat in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 13 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kitimat?
The latest sunset in Kitimat in 2026 is at 10:11 PM on June 20 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kitimat?
After sunset at 8:22 PM in Kitimat, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:36 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kitimat 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 Kitimat
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kitimat on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:45 AM | 4:43 PM | 7h 59m |
| February | 7:53 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 04m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 01m |
| June | 5:01 AM | 10:09 PM | 17h 08m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 37m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 51m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 8:03 AM | 6:36 PM | 10h 34m |
| November | 8:03 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 32m |
| December | 8:47 AM | 4:11 PM | 7h 24m |