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Sun Times in Petit-Rocher
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Petit-Rocher?
Sunrise in Petit-Rocher on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Petit-Rocher?
Sunset in Petit-Rocher on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Petit-Rocher?
Morning golden hour in Petit-Rocher ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Petit-Rocher?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Petit-Rocher there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Petit-Rocher?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Petit-Rocher at 1:25 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Petit-Rocher?
In Petit-Rocher, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:23 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Petit-Rocher?
Twilight in Petit-Rocher lasts approximately 119 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 Petit-Rocher?
The earliest sunrise in Petit-Rocher in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 13 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Petit-Rocher?
The latest sunset in Petit-Rocher in 2026 is at 9:25 PM on June 21 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Petit-Rocher?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in Petit-Rocher, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:23 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Petit-Rocher 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 Petit-Rocher
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Petit-Rocher on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 51m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 00m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 37m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:34 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:28 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 8:05 AM | 4:30 PM | 8h 26m |