Sun Times in Fort McMurray
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort McMurray?
Sunrise in Fort McMurray on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort McMurray?
Sunset in Fort McMurray on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:41 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort McMurray?
Morning golden hour in Fort McMurray ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Fort McMurray?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Fort McMurray there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort McMurray?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort McMurray at 1:27 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort McMurray?
In Fort McMurray, sunset is at 8:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:26 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort McMurray?
Twilight in Fort McMurray lasts approximately 164 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 Fort McMurray?
The earliest sunrise in Fort McMurray in 2026 is at 4:32 AM on June 15 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fort McMurray?
The latest sunset in Fort McMurray in 2026 is at 10:22 PM on June 23 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort McMurray?
After sunset at 8:41 PM in Fort McMurray, civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:26 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort McMurray 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 Fort McMurray
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort McMurray on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:50 AM | 4:20 PM | 7h 29m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:27 PM | 9h 36m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 17m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 29m |
| June | 4:32 AM | 10:19 PM | 17h 47m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 10m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 10m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 24m |
| November | 8:06 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 08m |
| December | 8:56 AM | 3:45 PM | 6h 49m |
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