Sun Times in Big Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Big Lake?
Sunrise in Big Lake on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Big Lake?
Sunset in Big Lake on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 9:47 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Big Lake?
Morning golden hour in Big Lake ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:45 PM.
How long is the day in Big Lake?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Big Lake there are 15 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Big Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Big Lake at 2:03 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Big Lake?
In Big Lake, sunset is at 9:47 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:39 PM (America/Anchorage). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness (astronomical dusk) — a faint twilight glow lingers all night.
How long does twilight last in Big Lake?
At this time of year, twilight in Big Lake lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Big Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Big Lake in 2026 is at 4:16 AM on June 15 (America/Anchorage). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Big Lake?
The latest sunset in Big Lake in 2026 is at 11:47 PM on June 20 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Big Lake?
After sunset at 9:47 PM in Big Lake, civil twilight ends at 10:39 PM — about 53 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. At this time of year the sky never becomes fully dark: astronomical twilight lasts until morning.
What these times mean
Solar times in Big 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 Big Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Big Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:59 AM | 4:20 PM | 6h 21m |
| February | 8:42 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 04m |
| March | 8:16 AM | 8:02 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 9:24 PM | 14h 47m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 10:44 PM | 17h 35m |
| June | 4:16 AM | 11:44 PM | 19h 28m |
| July | 4:48 AM | 11:21 PM | 18h 33m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 9:59 PM | 15h 52m |
| September | 7:26 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:43 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 02m |
| November | 9:08 AM | 4:19 PM | 7h 11m |
| December | 10:13 AM | 3:37 PM | 5h 24m |
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