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Sun Times in Upper Mount Royal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Upper Mount Royal?
Sunrise in Upper Mount Royal on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Upper Mount Royal?
Sunset in Upper Mount Royal on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:56 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Upper Mount Royal?
Morning golden hour in Upper Mount Royal ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:11 PM.
How long is the day in Upper Mount Royal?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Upper Mount Royal there are 14 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Upper Mount Royal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Upper Mount Royal at 1:40 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Upper Mount Royal?
In Upper Mount Royal, sunset is at 8:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:16 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Upper Mount Royal?
Twilight in Upper Mount Royal lasts approximately 139 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 Upper Mount Royal?
The earliest sunrise in Upper Mount Royal in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 11 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Upper Mount Royal?
The latest sunset in Upper Mount Royal in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 23 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Upper Mount Royal?
After sunset at 8:56 PM in Upper Mount Royal, civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:16 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Upper Mount Royal 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 Upper Mount Royal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Upper Mount Royal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 34m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 32m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:29 PM | 7h 56m |