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Sun Times in Roseau
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Roseau?
Sunrise in Roseau on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:51 AM (America/Dominica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Roseau?
Sunset in Roseau on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:26 PM (America/Dominica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Roseau?
Morning golden hour in Roseau ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:57 PM.
How long is the day in Roseau?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Roseau there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Roseau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Roseau at 12:09 PM (America/Dominica). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Roseau?
In Roseau, sunset is at 6:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:40 PM (America/Dominica). Civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Roseau?
Twilight in Roseau lasts approximately 74 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 Roseau?
The earliest sunrise in Roseau in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on May 23 (America/Dominica). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Roseau?
The latest sunset in Roseau in 2026 is at 6:40 PM on July 1 (America/Dominica). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Roseau?
After sunset at 6:26 PM in Roseau, civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:40 PM (America/Dominica).
What these times mean
Solar times in Roseau 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 Roseau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Roseau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:35 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 19m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 39m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:51 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 29m |
| May | 5:36 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 51m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 02m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 57m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 38m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 25m |
| December | 6:23 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 14m |