Sunrise and Sunset times in Nanaimo, Canada 
Today:
 Sunrise: 08:00:11
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 Sunset: 16:53:30
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Day Length: 8h 53m 19s
Time zone: America/Vancouver, UTC -8 h.
Latitude: 49.146, Longitude: -123.934
Nanaimo
British Columbia, Canada 
84 905 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Jan-01, Thursday | 08:10:14 | 12:19:28 | 16:28:41 | 8h 18m 27s |
| 2026-Jan-02, Friday | 08:10:08 | 12:19:55 | 16:29:43 | 8h 19m 35s |
| 2026-Jan-03, Saturday | 08:10:00 | 12:20:23 | 16:30:46 | 8h 20m 46s |
| 2026-Jan-04, Sunday | 08:09:48 | 12:20:50 | 16:31:52 | 8h 22m 4s |
| 2026-Jan-05, Monday | 08:09:34 | 12:21:17 | 16:33:00 | 8h 23m 26s |
| 2026-Jan-06, Tuesday | 08:09:16 | 12:21:43 | 16:34:10 | 8h 24m 54s |
| 2026-Jan-07, Wednesday | 08:08:56 | 12:22:09 | 16:35:22 | 8h 26m 26s |
| 2026-Jan-08, Thursday | 08:08:32 | 12:22:34 | 16:36:36 | 8h 28m 4s |
| 2026-Jan-09, Friday | 08:08:06 | 12:22:59 | 16:37:52 | 8h 29m 46s |
| 2026-Jan-10, Saturday | 08:07:37 | 12:23:23 | 16:39:10 | 8h 31m 33s |
| 2026-Jan-11, Sunday | 08:07:04 | 12:23:47 | 16:40:30 | 8h 33m 26s |
| 2026-Jan-12, Monday | 08:06:29 | 12:24:10 | 16:41:51 | 8h 35m 22s |
| 2026-Jan-13, Tuesday | 08:05:52 | 12:24:32 | 16:43:13 | 8h 37m 21s |
| 2026-Jan-14, Wednesday | 08:05:11 | 12:24:54 | 16:44:38 | 8h 39m 27s |
| 2026-Jan-15, Thursday | 08:04:27 | 12:25:15 | 16:46:03 | 8h 41m 36s |
| 2026-Jan-16, Friday | 08:03:41 | 12:25:36 | 16:47:30 | 8h 43m 49s |
| 2026-Jan-17, Saturday | 08:02:53 | 12:25:55 | 16:48:58 | 8h 46m 5s |
| 2026-Jan-18, Sunday | 08:02:01 | 12:26:14 | 16:50:28 | 8h 48m 27s |
| 2026-Jan-19, Monday | 08:01:07 | 12:26:33 | 16:51:58 | 8h 50m 51s |
| 2026-Jan-20, Tuesday | 08:00:11 | 12:26:50 | 16:53:30 | 8h 53m 19s |
| 2026-Jan-21, Wednesday | 07:59:12 | 12:27:07 | 16:55:02 | 8h 55m 50s |
| 2026-Jan-22, Thursday | 07:58:10 | 12:27:23 | 16:56:36 | 8h 58m 26s |
| 2026-Jan-23, Friday | 07:57:06 | 12:27:38 | 16:58:10 | 9h 1m 4s |
| 2026-Jan-24, Saturday | 07:56:00 | 12:27:53 | 16:59:45 | 9h 3m 45s |
| 2026-Jan-25, Sunday | 07:54:52 | 12:28:06 | 17:01:21 | 9h 6m 29s |
| 2026-Jan-26, Monday | 07:53:41 | 12:28:19 | 17:02:58 | 9h 9m 17s |
| 2026-Jan-27, Tuesday | 07:52:28 | 12:28:31 | 17:04:35 | 9h 12m 7s |
| 2026-Jan-28, Wednesday | 07:51:13 | 12:28:43 | 17:06:12 | 9h 14m 59s |
| 2026-Jan-29, Thursday | 07:49:56 | 12:28:53 | 17:07:50 | 9h 17m 54s |
| 2026-Jan-30, Friday | 07:48:37 | 12:29:03 | 17:09:29 | 9h 20m 52s |
| 2026-Jan-31, Saturday | 07:47:15 | 12:29:12 | 17:11:08 | 9h 23m 53s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks