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Sun Times in Ester
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ester?
Sunrise in Ester on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ester?
Sunset in Ester on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 9:05 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ester?
Morning golden hour in Ester ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:59 PM.
How long is the day in Ester?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Ester there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ester at 1:51 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ester?
In Ester, sunset is at 9:05 PM and civil twilight ends at 9:59 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 Ester?
At this time of year, twilight in Ester 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 Ester?
The earliest sunrise in Ester in 2026 is at 2:58 AM on June 18 (America/Anchorage). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ester?
The latest sunset in Ester in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on July 15 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ester?
After sunset at 9:05 PM in Ester, civil twilight ends at 9:59 PM — about 54 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 Ester 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 Ester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:27 AM | 3:36 PM | 5h 10m |
| February | 8:49 AM | 5:23 PM | 8h 34m |
| March | 8:09 AM | 7:53 PM | 11h 44m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 9:30 PM | 15h 14m |
| May | 4:28 AM | 11:11 PM | 18h 44m |
| June | 3:01 AM | 12:45 AM | 21h 44m |
| July | 3:54 AM | 11:59 PM | 20h 05m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 10:11 PM | 16h 32m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 03m |
| October | 8:45 AM | 6:28 PM | 9h 43m |
| November | 9:28 AM | 3:44 PM | 6h 15m |
| December | 10:53 AM | 2:40 PM | 3h 47m |