Today in Moncton, Canada, the sun rises at 5:36 AM and sets at 9:13 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 36m 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, Moncton is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Moncton
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Moncton runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:27 PM and lasts until 9:13 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Moncton experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 36m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Moncton falls exactly at 1:25 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.44 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 Moncton today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Moncton?
At Moncton's latitude of 46.0985679°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 270.21° (W). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Moncton are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 46.0985679, -64.8004265. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Moncton (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 Moncton versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:36 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 36m |
| 2025 | 5:37 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 36m |
| 2021 | 5:37 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Moncton today?
In Moncton, the sun rises at exactly 5:36 AM and sets at 9:13 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Moncton today?
Today, morning golden hour in Moncton runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:27 PM and lasts until 9:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Moncton shift every day?
At Moncton's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 270.21° (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 Moncton at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:25 PM when the sun reaches 32.44. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Moncton today.
Has the sunrise time in Moncton 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 5:37 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:37 AM.