Sunrise
Sunrise in Vancouver
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Face east to see today's sunrise in Vancouver.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.
The sun rises in the east, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Vancouver, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.
In Vancouver, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.
Named viewing places in Vancouver
These are named locations already present with coordinates in SunPoint's curated city data. Check current public access, opening hours, weather and ground conditions before travelling.
- MapQueen Elizabeth Park summitVerified named place
Highest accessible point in the city with an eastern panorama
- MapJericho Beach east endVerified named place
Open beach facing east toward downtown across English Bay
- MapCypress Mountain LookoutVerified named place
Drive-up viewpoint above the city with a clear eastern horizon
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
- Choose open ground or elevation