Sun Times in Kaunakakai
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kaunakakai?
Sunrise in Kaunakakai on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kaunakakai?
Sunset in Kaunakakai on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:41 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kaunakakai?
Morning golden hour in Kaunakakai ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:12 PM.
How long is the day in Kaunakakai?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Kaunakakai there are 12 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kaunakakai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kaunakakai at 12:27 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kaunakakai?
In Kaunakakai, sunset is at 6:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:57 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). Civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kaunakakai?
Twilight in Kaunakakai lasts approximately 75 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 Kaunakakai?
The earliest sunrise in Kaunakakai in 2026 is at 5:45 AM on June 2 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kaunakakai?
The latest sunset in Kaunakakai in 2026 is at 7:13 PM on June 24 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kaunakakai?
After sunset at 6:41 PM in Kaunakakai, civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:57 PM (Pacific/Honolulu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kaunakakai 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 Kaunakakai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kaunakakai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:07 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 00m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 09m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 25m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 17m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 08m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 52m |
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