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Sun Times in Kodiak
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kodiak?
Sunrise in Kodiak on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kodiak?
Sunset in Kodiak on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 9:52 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kodiak?
Morning golden hour in Kodiak ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:56 PM.
How long is the day in Kodiak?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Kodiak there are 15 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kodiak?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kodiak at 2:14 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kodiak?
In Kodiak, sunset is at 9:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 1:31 AM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 10:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kodiak?
Twilight in Kodiak lasts approximately 219 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 Kodiak?
The earliest sunrise in Kodiak in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on June 15 (America/Anchorage). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kodiak?
The latest sunset in Kodiak in 2026 is at 11:15 PM on June 21 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kodiak?
After sunset at 9:52 PM in Kodiak, civil twilight ends at 10:38 PM — about 46 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 1:31 AM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kodiak 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 Kodiak
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kodiak on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:41 AM | 4:57 PM | 7h 17m |
| February | 8:39 AM | 6:09 PM | 9h 30m |
| March | 8:24 AM | 8:13 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 24m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 10:27 PM | 16h 42m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 11:12 PM | 18h 05m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 10:57 PM | 17h 25m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 9:52 PM | 15h 18m |
| September | 7:40 AM | 8:27 PM | 12h 47m |
| October | 8:45 AM | 7:04 PM | 10h 19m |
| November | 8:55 AM | 4:52 PM | 7h 56m |
| December | 9:48 AM | 4:21 PM | 6h 33m |