Sun Times in North Cowichan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in North Cowichan?
Sunrise in North Cowichan on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in North Cowichan?
Sunset in North Cowichan on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in North Cowichan?
Morning golden hour in North Cowichan ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in North Cowichan?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in North Cowichan there are 13 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in North Cowichan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in North Cowichan at 1:17 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in North Cowichan?
In North Cowichan, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:13 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in North Cowichan?
Twilight in North Cowichan lasts approximately 121 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 North Cowichan?
The earliest sunrise in North Cowichan in 2026 is at 5:10 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 North Cowichan?
The latest sunset in North Cowichan in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 21 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in North Cowichan?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in North Cowichan, civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:13 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in North Cowichan 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 North Cowichan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in North Cowichan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 44m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 14m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 43m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 18m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 09m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 46m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 22m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 10m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 17m |
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