Sun Times in Saint John
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint John?
Sunrise in Saint John on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint John?
Sunset in Saint John on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:17 PM (America/Moncton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint John?
Morning golden hour in Saint John ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Saint John?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Saint John there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint John?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint John at 1:26 PM (America/Moncton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint John?
In Saint John, sunset is at 8:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:07 PM (America/Moncton). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint John?
Twilight in Saint John lasts approximately 110 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 Saint John?
The earliest sunrise in Saint John in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 13 (America/Moncton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint John?
The latest sunset in Saint John in 2026 is at 9:16 PM on June 23 (America/Moncton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint John?
After sunset at 8:17 PM in Saint John, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:07 PM (America/Moncton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint John 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 Saint John
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint John on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 08m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 26m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 53m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 38m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 18m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 06m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:40 AM | 6:38 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 32m |
| December | 7:56 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 46m |
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