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Sun Times in Okanagan Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Okanagan Falls?
Sunrise in Okanagan Falls on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Okanagan Falls?
Sunset in Okanagan Falls on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Okanagan Falls?
Morning golden hour in Okanagan Falls ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:24 PM.
How long is the day in Okanagan Falls?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Okanagan Falls there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Okanagan Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Okanagan Falls at 1:02 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Okanagan Falls?
In Okanagan Falls, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Okanagan Falls?
Twilight in Okanagan Falls lasts approximately 128 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 Okanagan Falls?
The earliest sunrise in Okanagan Falls in 2026 is at 4:51 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 Okanagan Falls?
The latest sunset in Okanagan Falls in 2026 is at 9:08 PM on June 21 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Okanagan Falls?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Okanagan Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Okanagan Falls 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 Okanagan Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Okanagan Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 40m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 12m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 5:14 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 21m |
| June | 4:51 AM | 9:06 PM | 16h 14m |
| July | 5:09 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 50m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 24m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 7:09 AM | 4:16 PM | 9h 07m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 3:59 PM | 8h 12m |