Sun Times in Kelowna
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kelowna?
Sunrise in Kelowna on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kelowna?
Sunset in Kelowna on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/Vancouver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kelowna?
Morning golden hour in Kelowna ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Kelowna?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Kelowna there are 13 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kelowna?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kelowna at 1:00 PM (America/Vancouver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kelowna?
In Kelowna, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:05 PM (America/Vancouver). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kelowna?
Twilight in Kelowna lasts approximately 125 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 Kelowna?
The earliest sunrise in Kelowna in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 13 (America/Vancouver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kelowna?
The latest sunset in Kelowna in 2026 is at 9:10 PM on June 20 (America/Vancouver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kelowna?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Kelowna, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:05 PM (America/Vancouver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kelowna 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 Kelowna
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kelowna on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 36m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 09m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 47m |
| May | 5:12 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 25m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 9:08 PM | 16h 20m |
| July | 5:06 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 55m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 27m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 46m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:13 PM | 9h 03m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 3:56 PM | 8h 07m |
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