Sun Times in Gig Harbor
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gig Harbor?
Sunrise in Gig Harbor on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gig Harbor?
Sunset in Gig Harbor on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gig Harbor?
Morning golden hour in Gig Harbor ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Gig Harbor?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Gig Harbor there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gig Harbor?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gig Harbor at 1:11 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gig Harbor?
In Gig Harbor, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gig Harbor?
Twilight in Gig Harbor lasts approximately 114 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 Gig Harbor?
The earliest sunrise in Gig Harbor in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 10 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gig Harbor?
The latest sunset in Gig Harbor in 2026 is at 9:11 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gig Harbor?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Gig Harbor, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gig Harbor on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 4:47 PM | 8h 55m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 38m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 07m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 9:08 PM | 15h 56m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 33m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 14m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 19m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 4:20 PM | 8h 29m |
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