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Sun Times in Smoky Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Smoky Lake?
Sunrise in Smoky Lake on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Smoky Lake?
Sunset in Smoky Lake on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Smoky Lake?
Morning golden hour in Smoky Lake ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Smoky Lake?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Smoky Lake there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Smoky Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Smoky Lake at 1:29 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Smoky Lake?
In Smoky Lake, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:35 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Smoky Lake?
Twilight in Smoky Lake lasts approximately 135 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 Smoky Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Smoky Lake in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on June 12 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Smoky Lake?
The latest sunset in Smoky Lake in 2026 is at 10:07 PM on June 22 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Smoky Lake?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in Smoky Lake, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:35 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Smoky Lake 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 Smoky Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Smoky Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:40 AM | 4:38 PM | 7h 58m |
| February | 7:49 AM | 5:39 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 04m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 9:27 PM | 16h 01m |
| June | 4:56 AM | 10:04 PM | 17h 09m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 37m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 52m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:31 PM | 10h 34m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 4:29 PM | 8h 31m |
| December | 8:43 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 23m |