Sunset Forecast for Willow

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 Willow today, the sun sets toward the WNW (302°) at 10:00 PM — find a viewpoint facing that way and arrive 20–30 minutes early to watch the color build.

Today's sunset in Willow is at 10:00 PM (America/Anchorage). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness — twilight lasts all night, keeping the sky faintly lit until it brightens again before sunrise.

At this time of year, twilight in Willow lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.

The latest sunset in Willow in 2026 is at 11:50 PM on June 19 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.

After sunset at 10:00 PM in Willow, civil twilight ends at 10:56 PM — about 55 minutes later. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) never arrives at this time of year; the sky keeps a twilight glow all night.