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Sun Times in Waskaganish
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Waskaganish?
Sunrise in Waskaganish on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Iqaluit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Waskaganish?
Sunset in Waskaganish on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:37 PM (America/Iqaluit). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Waskaganish?
Morning golden hour in Waskaganish ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:50 PM.
How long is the day in Waskaganish?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Waskaganish there are 14 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Waskaganish?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Waskaganish at 1:19 PM (America/Iqaluit). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Waskaganish?
In Waskaganish, sunset is at 8:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:59 PM (America/Iqaluit). Civil twilight ends at 9:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Waskaganish?
Twilight in Waskaganish lasts approximately 142 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 Waskaganish?
The earliest sunrise in Waskaganish in 2026 is at 4:57 AM on June 12 (America/Iqaluit). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Waskaganish?
The latest sunset in Waskaganish in 2026 is at 9:36 PM on June 22 (America/Iqaluit). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Waskaganish?
After sunset at 8:37 PM in Waskaganish, civil twilight ends at 9:14 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:59 PM (America/Iqaluit).
What these times mean
Solar times in Waskaganish 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 Waskaganish
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Waskaganish on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 22m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 53m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:57 AM | 9:33 PM | 16h 37m |
| July | 5:15 AM | 9:25 PM | 16h 10m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:39 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 8:14 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 52m |