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Toronto, Canada - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Toronto? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Toronto, Canada, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Toronto Sunrise TimeAugust 27

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:36 AM – 7:15 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Toronto

Sunrise times by month in Toronto

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:49 AM5:06 PM9h 17m
February7:17 AM5:48 PM10h 30m
March7:31 AM7:24 PM11h 53m
April6:35 AM8:01 PM13h 25m
May5:53 AM8:36 PM14h 43m
June5:36 AM9:02 PM15h 25m
July5:50 AM8:58 PM15h 7m
August6:23 AM8:23 PM14h 0m
September6:58 AM7:30 PM12h 32m
October7:32 AM6:36 PM11h 3m
November7:13 AM4:54 PM9h 41m
December7:45 AM4:42 PM8h 56m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Toronto today?

Today's sunrise in Toronto, Canada is at 6:36 AM, giving 13h 27m of daylight before sunset at 8:04 PM.

What time is first light in Toronto today?

First light in Toronto begins at 6:06 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:36 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Toronto?

The morning golden hour in Toronto runs 6:36 AM – 7:15 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Toronto?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:36 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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