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Sun Times in Peterborough
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Peterborough?
Sunrise in Peterborough on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Peterborough?
Sunset in Peterborough on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Peterborough?
Morning golden hour in Peterborough ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Peterborough?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Peterborough there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Peterborough?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Peterborough at 1:15 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Peterborough?
In Peterborough, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:52 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Peterborough?
Twilight in Peterborough lasts approximately 108 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 Peterborough?
The earliest sunrise in Peterborough in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 11 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Peterborough?
The latest sunset in Peterborough in 2026 is at 9:01 PM on June 22 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Peterborough?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Peterborough, civil twilight ends at 8:35 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:52 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Peterborough 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 Peterborough
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Peterborough on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:45 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 15m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 47m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 30m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 11m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 01m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:09 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 37m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 53m |