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Sun Times in Kodiak Station
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kodiak Station?
Sunrise in Kodiak Station on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kodiak Station?
Sunset in Kodiak Station on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 9:21 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kodiak Station?
Morning golden hour in Kodiak Station ends at 7:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:28 PM.
How long is the day in Kodiak Station?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kodiak Station there are 14 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kodiak Station?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kodiak Station at 2:11 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 Station?
In Kodiak Station, sunset is at 9:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:07 AM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 10:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kodiak Station?
Twilight in Kodiak Station lasts approximately 167 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 Station?
The earliest sunrise in Kodiak Station in 2026 is at 5:08 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 Station?
The latest sunset in Kodiak Station in 2026 is at 11:15 PM on June 19 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kodiak Station?
After sunset at 9:21 PM in Kodiak Station, civil twilight ends at 10:03 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:07 AM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kodiak Station 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 Station
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kodiak Station on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:41 AM | 4:58 PM | 7h 17m |
| February | 8:39 AM | 6:09 PM | 9h 30m |
| March | 8:25 AM | 8:14 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 23m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 10:28 PM | 16h 41m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 11:13 PM | 18h 05m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 10:58 PM | 17h 25m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 9:52 PM | 15h 18m |
| September | 7:41 AM | 8:28 PM | 12h 47m |
| October | 8:45 AM | 7:05 PM | 10h 20m |
| November | 8:56 AM | 4:52 PM | 7h 56m |
| December | 9:48 AM | 4:22 PM | 6h 34m |