Sun Times in Waterloo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Waterloo?
Sunrise in Waterloo on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Waterloo?
Sunset in Waterloo on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:43 PM (America/Toronto). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Waterloo?
Morning golden hour in Waterloo ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Waterloo?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Waterloo there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Waterloo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Waterloo at 12:52 PM (America/Toronto). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Waterloo?
In Waterloo, sunset is at 7:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Toronto). Civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Waterloo?
Twilight in Waterloo 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 Waterloo?
The earliest sunrise in Waterloo in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 10 (America/Toronto). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Waterloo?
The latest sunset in Waterloo in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 22 (America/Toronto). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Waterloo?
After sunset at 7:43 PM in Waterloo, civil twilight ends at 8:14 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/Toronto).
What these times mean
Solar times in Waterloo 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 Waterloo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Waterloo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 4:33 PM | 9h 08m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 26m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 54m |
| June | 5:01 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 39m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 19m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 06m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 31m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:07 PM | 8h 45m |
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