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Sun Times in Peace River
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Peace River?
Sunrise in Peace River on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Peace River?
Sunset in Peace River on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:26 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Peace River?
Morning golden hour in Peace River ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:33 PM.
How long is the day in Peace River?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Peace River there are 15 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Peace River?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Peace River at 1:53 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Peace River?
In Peace River, sunset is at 9:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:31 AM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 10:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Peace River?
Twilight in Peace River lasts approximately 186 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 Peace River?
The earliest sunrise in Peace River in 2026 is at 5:00 AM on June 13 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Peace River?
The latest sunset in Peace River in 2026 is at 10:41 PM on June 19 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Peace River?
After sunset at 9:26 PM in Peace River, civil twilight ends at 10:09 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:31 AM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Peace River 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 Peace River
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Peace River on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:11 AM | 4:46 PM | 7h 35m |
| February | 8:14 AM | 5:52 PM | 9h 39m |
| March | 8:03 AM | 7:53 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 15m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 9:57 PM | 16h 23m |
| June | 5:00 AM | 10:39 PM | 17h 39m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 10:26 PM | 17h 04m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 06m |
| September | 7:21 AM | 8:06 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 8:21 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 26m |
| November | 8:27 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 12m |
| December | 9:16 AM | 4:12 PM | 6h 56m |