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Sun Times in Knik-Fairview
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Knik-Fairview?
Sunrise in Knik-Fairview on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Knik-Fairview?
Sunset in Knik-Fairview on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 9:20 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Knik-Fairview?
Morning golden hour in Knik-Fairview ends at 7:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:21 PM.
How long is the day in Knik-Fairview?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Knik-Fairview there are 14 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Knik-Fairview?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Knik-Fairview at 1:59 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Knik-Fairview?
In Knik-Fairview, sunset is at 9:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 1:03 AM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 10:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Knik-Fairview?
Twilight in Knik-Fairview lasts approximately 223 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 Knik-Fairview?
The earliest sunrise in Knik-Fairview in 2026 is at 4:14 AM on June 17 (America/Anchorage). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Knik-Fairview?
The latest sunset in Knik-Fairview in 2026 is at 11:45 PM on June 19 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Knik-Fairview?
After sunset at 9:20 PM in Knik-Fairview, civil twilight ends at 10:09 PM — about 49 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 1:03 AM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Knik-Fairview 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 Knik-Fairview
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Knik-Fairview on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:57 AM | 4:18 PM | 6h 21m |
| February | 8:41 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 04m |
| March | 8:14 AM | 8:01 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 47m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 10:43 PM | 17h 35m |
| June | 4:15 AM | 11:42 PM | 19h 27m |
| July | 4:47 AM | 11:19 PM | 18h 32m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 9:57 PM | 15h 52m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 54m |
| October | 8:42 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 02m |
| November | 9:07 AM | 4:18 PM | 7h 11m |
| December | 10:11 AM | 3:35 PM | 5h 24m |