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Sun Times in Sarnia
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sarnia?
Sunrise in Sarnia on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sarnia?
Sunset in Sarnia on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sarnia?
Morning golden hour in Sarnia ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Sarnia?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Sarnia there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sarnia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sarnia at 1:32 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sarnia?
In Sarnia, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sarnia?
Twilight in Sarnia 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 Sarnia?
The earliest sunrise in Sarnia in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on June 14 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sarnia?
The latest sunset in Sarnia in 2026 is at 9:12 PM on June 20 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sarnia?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Sarnia, civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sarnia 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 Sarnia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sarnia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 23m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:41 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 02m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:53 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 02m |