Today in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, the sun rises at 6:25 AM and sets at 8:53 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 28m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Newfoundland and Labrador is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Newfoundland and Labrador
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Newfoundland and Labrador runs from N/A to 7:13 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:05 PM and lasts until 8:53 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Newfoundland and Labrador experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 28m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Newfoundland and Labrador falls exactly at 1:39 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 26.10 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Newfoundland and Labrador, typical of its Summer season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Newfoundland and Labrador?
At Newfoundland and Labrador's latitude of 53.8217327°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 285.81° (WNW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Newfoundland and Labrador are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.8217327, -61.2295532. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Newfoundland and Labrador (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 Newfoundland and Labrador versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:25 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 28m |
| 2025 | 6:25 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 27m |
| 2021 | 6:25 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 27m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Newfoundland and Labrador today?
In Newfoundland and Labrador, the sun rises at exactly 6:25 AM and sets at 8:53 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 28m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Newfoundland and Labrador today?
Today, morning golden hour in Newfoundland and Labrador runs from N/A to 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:05 PM and lasts until 8:50 PM.
Why does sunrise in Newfoundland and Labrador shift every day?
At Newfoundland and Labrador's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 285.81° (WNW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Newfoundland and Labrador at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:39 PM when the sun reaches 26.10. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Newfoundland and Labrador, typical of its Summer season.
Has the sunrise time in Newfoundland and Labrador 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 6:25 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:25 AM.