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Sun Times in Baker Lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Baker Lake?
Sunrise in Baker Lake on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Baker Lake?
Sunset in Baker Lake on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Baker Lake?
Morning golden hour in Baker Lake ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Baker Lake?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Baker Lake there are 14 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Baker Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Baker Lake at 1:23 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Baker Lake?
In Baker Lake, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:37 AM (America/Rankin_Inlet). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Baker Lake?
Twilight in Baker Lake lasts approximately 245 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 Baker Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Baker Lake in 2026 is at 2:46 AM on June 19 (America/Rankin_Inlet). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Baker Lake?
The latest sunset in Baker Lake in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on June 14 (America/Rankin_Inlet). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Baker Lake?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Baker Lake, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 52 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:37 AM (America/Rankin_Inlet).
What these times mean
Solar times in Baker Lake 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 Baker Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Baker Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:52 AM | 3:15 PM | 5h 22m |
| February | 8:19 AM | 4:57 PM | 8h 38m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 08m |
| May | 4:06 AM | 10:36 PM | 18h 30m |
| June | 2:49 AM | 12:01 AM | 21h 12m |
| July | 3:35 AM | 11:22 PM | 19h 48m |
| August | 5:14 AM | 9:40 PM | 16h 26m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 02m |
| October | 8:15 AM | 6:02 PM | 9h 47m |
| November | 8:55 AM | 3:21 PM | 6h 26m |
| December | 10:15 AM | 2:22 PM | 4h 07m |