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Sun Times in Plaster Rock
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Plaster Rock?
Sunrise in Plaster Rock on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Plaster Rock?
Sunset in Plaster Rock on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Plaster Rock?
Morning golden hour in Plaster Rock ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Plaster Rock?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Plaster Rock there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Plaster Rock?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Plaster Rock at 1:32 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Plaster Rock?
In Plaster Rock, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:23 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Plaster Rock?
Twilight in Plaster Rock lasts approximately 116 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 Plaster Rock?
The earliest sunrise in Plaster Rock in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 10 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Plaster Rock?
The latest sunset in Plaster Rock in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 22 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Plaster Rock?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Plaster Rock, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 32 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 Plaster Rock 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 Plaster Rock
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Plaster Rock on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 57m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 04m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 52m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:42 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 8:08 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 33m |