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Sun Times in Rivière-du-Loup
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rivière-du-Loup?
Sunrise in Rivière-du-Loup on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:32 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rivière-du-Loup?
Sunset in Rivière-du-Loup on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rivière-du-Loup?
Morning golden hour in Rivière-du-Loup ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Rivière-du-Loup?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rivière-du-Loup there are 14 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rivière-du-Loup?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rivière-du-Loup at 12:42 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rivière-du-Loup?
In Rivière-du-Loup, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rivière-du-Loup?
Twilight in Rivière-du-Loup lasts approximately 125 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 Rivière-du-Loup?
The earliest sunrise in Rivière-du-Loup in 2026 is at 4:38 AM on June 14 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rivière-du-Loup?
The latest sunset in Rivière-du-Loup in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 24 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rivière-du-Loup?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Rivière-du-Loup, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rivière-du-Loup 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 Rivière-du-Loup
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rivière-du-Loup on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 51m |
| February | 6:44 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 6:51 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 8:09 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 4:38 AM | 8:38 PM | 16h 00m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 15h 37m |
| August | 5:33 AM | 7:50 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:00 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 3:46 PM | 8h 25m |