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Sun Times in Martindale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Martindale?
Sunrise in Martindale on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Martindale?
Sunset in Martindale on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 8:58 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Martindale?
Morning golden hour in Martindale ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in Martindale?
On Thursday, August 13, 2026 in Martindale there are 14 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Martindale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Martindale at 1:40 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Martindale?
In Martindale, sunset is at 8:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:19 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Martindale?
Twilight in Martindale lasts approximately 141 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 Martindale?
The earliest sunrise in Martindale in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on June 11 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Martindale?
The latest sunset in Martindale in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 23 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Martindale?
After sunset at 8:58 PM in Martindale, civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:19 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Martindale 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 Martindale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Martindale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 25m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:40 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 35m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 33m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 06m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:47 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:28 PM | 7h 56m |