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Sun Times in Port Stanley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Stanley?
Sunrise in Port Stanley on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port Stanley?
Sunset in Port Stanley on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port Stanley?
Morning golden hour in Port Stanley ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:44 PM.
How long is the day in Port Stanley?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Port Stanley there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port Stanley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port Stanley at 1:28 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port Stanley?
In Port Stanley, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:09 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port Stanley?
Twilight in Port Stanley lasts approximately 107 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 Stanley?
The earliest sunrise in Port Stanley in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 9 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port Stanley?
The latest sunset in Port Stanley in 2026 is at 9:06 PM on June 20 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port Stanley?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Port Stanley, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:09 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port Stanley 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 Stanley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port Stanley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:38 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:16 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:48 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 04m |