Sunset Forecast for Akutan

For the most colorful sunsets, look for days with scattered mid-level clouds, which catch and reflect warm light. Head to a location with a clear view of the western horizon such as a beach, hilltop, or open field. Arrive during golden hour, about an hour before sunset, for the best light. Use Alpenglow's quality forecast to find the days when conditions favor vivid colors. In Akutan today, the sun sets toward the WNW (295°) at 10:32 PM — find a viewpoint facing that way and arrive 20–30 minutes early to watch the color build.

Today's sunset in Akutan is at 10:32 PM, with full darkness arriving at 1:13 AM (America/Nome). The period between sunset and full darkness is twilight, when the sky gradually transitions from light to dark.

Twilight in Akutan lasts approximately 161 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.

The latest sunset in Akutan in 2026 is at 11:40 PM on June 20 (America/Nome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.

After sunset at 10:32 PM in Akutan, civil twilight ends at 11:12 PM — about 40 minutes later. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 1:13 AM (America/Nome).