Sun Times in Prince Rupert
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Prince Rupert?
Sunrise in Prince Rupert on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Prince Rupert?
Sunset in Prince Rupert on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:51 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Prince Rupert?
Morning golden hour in Prince Rupert ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:02 PM.
How long is the day in Prince Rupert?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Prince Rupert there are 14 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Prince Rupert?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Prince Rupert at 1:37 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Prince Rupert?
In Prince Rupert, sunset is at 8:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:18 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Prince Rupert?
Twilight in Prince Rupert lasts approximately 148 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 Prince Rupert?
The earliest sunrise in Prince Rupert in 2026 is at 5:03 AM on June 17 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Prince Rupert?
The latest sunset in Prince Rupert in 2026 is at 10:07 PM on June 19 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Prince Rupert?
After sunset at 8:51 PM in Prince Rupert, civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:18 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Prince Rupert 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 Prince Rupert
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Prince Rupert on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:42 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 03m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 56m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 10:05 PM | 17h 01m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 31m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 35m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 4:36 PM | 8h 36m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 30m |
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