Today in Charlottetown, Canada, the sun rises at 5:29 AM and sets at 9:07 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 37m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Charlottetown is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Charlottetown
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Charlottetown runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:21 PM and lasts until 9:07 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Charlottetown experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 37m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Charlottetown falls exactly at 1:18 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 33.59 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Charlottetown today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Charlottetown?
At Charlottetown's latitude of 46.2354187°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 271.52° (W). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Charlottetown are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 46.2354187, -63.1265388. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Charlottetown (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Charlottetown versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:29 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 37m |
| 2025 | 5:29 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 37m |
| 2021 | 5:29 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 37m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Charlottetown today?
In Charlottetown, the sun rises at exactly 5:29 AM and sets at 9:07 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Charlottetown today?
Today, morning golden hour in Charlottetown runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:21 PM and lasts until 9:03 PM.
Why does sunrise in Charlottetown shift every day?
At Charlottetown's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 271.52° (W). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Charlottetown at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:18 PM when the sun reaches 33.59. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Charlottetown today.
Has the sunrise time in Charlottetown changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:29 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:29 AM.