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Sun Times in Sunset Acres
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sunset Acres?
Sunrise in Sunset Acres on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Halifax). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sunset Acres?
Sunset in Sunset Acres on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Halifax). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sunset Acres?
Morning golden hour in Sunset Acres ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Sunset Acres?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Sunset Acres there are 13 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sunset Acres?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sunset Acres at 1:17 PM (America/Halifax). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sunset Acres?
In Sunset Acres, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:04 PM (America/Halifax). Civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sunset Acres?
Twilight in Sunset Acres lasts approximately 111 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 Sunset Acres?
The earliest sunrise in Sunset Acres in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on June 13 (America/Halifax). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sunset Acres?
The latest sunset in Sunset Acres in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 21 (America/Halifax). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sunset Acres?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Sunset Acres, civil twilight ends at 8:44 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:04 PM (America/Halifax).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sunset Acres 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 Sunset Acres
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sunset Acres on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 12m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 50m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 34m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 14m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 03m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 35m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 50m |