Sun Times in Dawson City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dawson City?
Sunrise in Dawson City on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (America/Whitehorse). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dawson City?
Sunset in Dawson City on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 10:31 PM (America/Whitehorse). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dawson City?
Morning golden hour in Dawson City ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 9:21 PM.
How long is the day in Dawson City?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dawson City there are 16 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dawson City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dawson City at 2:22 PM (America/Whitehorse). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dawson City?
In Dawson City, sunset is at 10:31 PM and civil twilight ends at 11:35 PM (America/Whitehorse). 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 Dawson City?
At this time of year, twilight in Dawson City 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 Dawson City?
The earliest sunrise in Dawson City in 2026 is at 3:47 AM on June 17 (America/Whitehorse). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dawson City?
The latest sunset in Dawson City in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on May 25 (America/Whitehorse). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dawson City?
After sunset at 10:31 PM in Dawson City, civil twilight ends at 11:35 PM — about 64 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 Dawson City 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 Dawson City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dawson City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11:43 AM | 5:12 PM | 5h 29m |
| February | 10:11 AM | 6:53 PM | 8h 42m |
| March | 8:35 AM | 8:19 PM | 11h 44m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 9:52 PM | 15h 07m |
| May | 5:02 AM | 11:27 PM | 18h 25m |
| June | 3:49 AM | 12:48 AM | 20h 59m |
| July | 4:33 AM | 12:11 AM | 19h 39m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 10:31 PM | 16h 21m |
| September | 7:41 AM | 8:42 PM | 13h 01m |
| October | 9:08 AM | 6:56 PM | 9h 48m |
| November | 10:46 AM | 5:17 PM | 6h 30m |
| December | 12:05 PM | 4:20 PM | 4h 15m |
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