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Sunset

Sunset at the Aviation Museum

Watch the day end over the runway at Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 16:13

    Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

    Arrive at the museum grounds. The facility is open from 9AM to 5PM in mid-May to August, so you have plenty of time to explore the aircraft displays, including the V-1 flying bomb, before the sun goes down.

  2. 16:43

    Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

    Find a quiet spot on the grounds with a clear view of the western horizon. The museum is located opposite Halifax Stanfield International Airport, offering an unobstructed sightline toward the WSW where the sun sets.

  3. 16:58

    Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

    Watch the sunset. At 16:58 on 15 January, the sun dips below the horizon. The golden light begins at 16:12, providing a warm glow over the aircraft and runway for the final hour of daylight.

Local tip

Admission is by donation, with $10 recommended. Check the route if you need help finding the museum opposite the airport.

Check before you go

  • The museum hours vary by season: Mid-May to Aug it is open daily 9AM-5PM. Sep to mid-May it is open Wed-Sat 10AM-4PM. Ensure your visit fits within these hours.
  • On 15 January, sunset is at 16:58 local time.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Halifax (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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