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Sun Times in Westlock
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Westlock?
Sunrise in Westlock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Westlock?
Sunset in Westlock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Westlock?
Morning golden hour in Westlock ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Westlock?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Westlock there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Westlock?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Westlock at 1:35 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Westlock?
In Westlock, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:37 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Westlock?
Twilight in Westlock lasts approximately 134 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 Westlock?
The earliest sunrise in Westlock in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 14 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Westlock?
The latest sunset in Westlock in 2026 is at 10:13 PM on June 24 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Westlock?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Westlock, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:37 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Westlock 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 Westlock
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Westlock on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:46 AM | 4:44 PM | 7h 58m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:39 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 05m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 9:33 PM | 16h 02m |
| June | 5:01 AM | 10:10 PM | 17h 09m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 10:00 PM | 16h 38m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 52m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 8:04 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 33m |
| November | 8:04 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 31m |
| December | 8:49 AM | 4:12 PM | 7h 23m |