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Sun Times in McKenzie Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in McKenzie Lake?
Sunrise in McKenzie Lake on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in McKenzie Lake?
Sunset in McKenzie Lake on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in McKenzie Lake?
Morning golden hour in McKenzie Lake ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:01 PM.
How long is the day in McKenzie Lake?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in McKenzie Lake there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in McKenzie Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in McKenzie Lake at 1:39 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in McKenzie Lake?
In McKenzie Lake, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:58 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in McKenzie Lake?
Twilight in McKenzie Lake lasts approximately 133 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 McKenzie Lake?
The earliest sunrise in McKenzie Lake in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 12 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in McKenzie Lake?
The latest sunset in McKenzie Lake in 2026 is at 9:54 PM on June 23 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in McKenzie Lake?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in McKenzie Lake, civil twilight ends at 9:22 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:58 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in McKenzie Lake 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 McKenzie Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in McKenzie Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 27m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 05m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:51 PM | 16h 30m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 04m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 56m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 4:29 PM | 7h 58m |