Sun Times in Niagara Falls
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Niagara Falls?
Sunrise in Niagara Falls on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Niagara Falls?
Sunset in Niagara Falls on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Niagara Falls?
Morning golden hour in Niagara Falls ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Niagara Falls?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Niagara Falls there are 13 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Niagara Falls?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Niagara Falls at 1:18 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Niagara Falls?
In Niagara Falls, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:50 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Niagara Falls?
Twilight in Niagara Falls lasts approximately 105 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 Niagara Falls?
The earliest sunrise in Niagara Falls in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 8 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Niagara Falls?
The latest sunset in Niagara Falls in 2026 is at 8:59 PM on June 20 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Niagara Falls?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in Niagara Falls, civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:50 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Niagara Falls on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:28 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 7:09 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:40 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 01m |
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