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Sun Times in Kirkland
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kirkland?
Sunrise in Kirkland on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kirkland?
Sunset in Kirkland on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kirkland?
Morning golden hour in Kirkland ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:38 PM.
How long is the day in Kirkland?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Kirkland there are 14 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kirkland?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kirkland at 1:13 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kirkland?
In Kirkland, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:24 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kirkland?
Twilight in Kirkland lasts approximately 123 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Kirkland?
The earliest sunrise in Kirkland in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 10 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kirkland?
The latest sunset in Kirkland in 2026 is at 9:11 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kirkland?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in Kirkland, civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:24 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kirkland shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Kirkland
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kirkland on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 52m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 09m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 9:08 PM | 15h 59m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 36m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 27m |