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Sun Times in Port Hardy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Hardy?
Sunrise in Port Hardy on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Hardy?
Sunset in Port Hardy on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Hardy?
Morning golden hour in Port Hardy ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Port Hardy?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Port Hardy there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Hardy?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Hardy at 1:29 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Hardy?
In Port Hardy, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:10 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Hardy?
Twilight in Port Hardy lasts approximately 120 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 Port Hardy?
The earliest sunrise in Port Hardy in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 12 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Hardy?
The latest sunset in Port Hardy in 2026 is at 9:47 PM on June 23 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Hardy?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Port Hardy, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:10 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Hardy 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 Port Hardy
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Hardy on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 4:54 PM | 8h 29m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 06m |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 32m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 28m |
| July | 5:34 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 02m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 32m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:53 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:45 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:25 AM | 4:24 PM | 7h 59m |