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Sun Times in Norman Wells
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Norman Wells?
Sunrise in Norman Wells on Sunday, September 6, 2026 is at 7:21 AM (America/Yellowknife). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Norman Wells?
Sunset in Norman Wells on Sunday, September 6, 2026 is at 9:27 PM (America/Yellowknife). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Norman Wells?
Morning golden hour in Norman Wells ends at 8:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:21 PM.
How long is the day in Norman Wells?
On Sunday, September 6, 2026 in Norman Wells there are 14 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Norman Wells?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Norman Wells at 2:25 PM (America/Yellowknife). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Norman Wells?
In Norman Wells, sunset is at 9:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 1:31 AM (America/Yellowknife). Civil twilight ends at 10:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Norman Wells?
Twilight in Norman Wells lasts approximately 244 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 Norman Wells?
The earliest sunrise in Norman Wells in 2026 is at 3:15 AM on June 19 (America/Yellowknife). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Norman Wells?
The latest sunset in Norman Wells in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on May 17 (America/Yellowknife). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Norman Wells?
After sunset at 9:27 PM in Norman Wells, civil twilight ends at 10:20 PM — about 54 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 1:31 AM (America/Yellowknife).
What these times mean
Solar times in Norman Wells 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 Norman Wells
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Norman Wells on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11:08 AM | 4:05 PM | 4h 58m |
| February | 9:27 AM | 5:56 PM | 8h 29m |
| March | 8:45 AM | 8:28 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 10:07 PM | 15h 18m |
| May | 4:58 AM | 11:52 PM | 18h 54m |
| June | 3:20 AM | 1:37 AM | 22h 17m |
| July | 4:20 AM | 12:43 AM | 20h 22m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 10:49 PM | 16h 38m |
| September | 7:49 AM | 8:53 PM | 13h 04m |
| October | 9:22 AM | 7:02 PM | 9h 41m |
| November | 10:08 AM | 4:15 PM | 6h 07m |
| December | 11:37 AM | 3:07 PM | 3h 29m |