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Sun Times in Norfolk County
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Norfolk County?
Sunrise in Norfolk County on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Norfolk County?
Sunset in Norfolk County on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Norfolk County?
Morning golden hour in Norfolk County ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Norfolk County?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Norfolk County there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Norfolk County?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Norfolk County at 1:24 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Norfolk County?
In Norfolk County, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Norfolk County?
Twilight in Norfolk County lasts approximately 104 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 Norfolk County?
The earliest sunrise in Norfolk County in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 9 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Norfolk County?
The latest sunset in Norfolk County in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 23 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Norfolk County?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Norfolk County, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Norfolk County on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 39m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 01m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:45 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 03m |