Sun Times in Juneau
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Juneau?
Sunrise in Juneau on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Juneau?
Sunset in Juneau on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Juneau?
Morning golden hour in Juneau ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Juneau?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Juneau there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Juneau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Juneau at 12:59 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Juneau?
In Juneau, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Juneau?
Twilight in Juneau lasts approximately 110 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 Juneau?
The earliest sunrise in Juneau in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 11 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Juneau?
The latest sunset in Juneau in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Juneau?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Juneau, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Juneau 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 Juneau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Juneau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 42m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 8:33 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 59m |
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