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Sun Times in Meadow Lakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Meadow Lakes?
Sunrise in Meadow Lakes on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Meadow Lakes?
Sunset in Meadow Lakes on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Meadow Lakes?
Morning golden hour in Meadow Lakes ends at 7:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:57 PM.
How long is the day in Meadow Lakes?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Meadow Lakes there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Meadow Lakes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Meadow Lakes at 1:57 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Meadow Lakes?
In Meadow Lakes, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:00 AM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 9:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Meadow Lakes?
Twilight in Meadow Lakes lasts approximately 185 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 Meadow Lakes?
The earliest sunrise in Meadow Lakes in 2026 is at 4:13 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 Meadow Lakes?
The latest sunset in Meadow Lakes in 2026 is at 11:47 PM on June 20 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Meadow Lakes?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Meadow Lakes, civil twilight ends at 9:42 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:00 AM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Meadow Lakes 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 Meadow Lakes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Meadow Lakes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:58 AM | 4:17 PM | 6h 19m |
| February | 8:41 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 03m |
| March | 8:14 AM | 8:01 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 9:23 PM | 14h 48m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 10:44 PM | 17h 37m |
| June | 4:13 AM | 11:44 PM | 19h 31m |
| July | 4:46 AM | 11:21 PM | 18h 35m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 9:58 PM | 15h 53m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 8:20 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:42 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 02m |
| November | 9:08 AM | 4:17 PM | 7h 09m |
| December | 10:12 AM | 3:34 PM | 5h 22m |