Sun Times in Metlakatla
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Metlakatla?
Sunrise in Metlakatla on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:26 AM (America/Sitka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Metlakatla?
Sunset in Metlakatla on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (America/Sitka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Metlakatla?
Morning golden hour in Metlakatla ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Metlakatla?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Metlakatla there are 14 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Metlakatla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Metlakatla at 12:50 PM (America/Sitka). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Metlakatla?
In Metlakatla, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:55 PM (America/Sitka). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Metlakatla?
Twilight in Metlakatla lasts approximately 164 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 Metlakatla?
The earliest sunrise in Metlakatla in 2026 is at 4:05 AM on June 14 (America/Sitka). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Metlakatla?
The latest sunset in Metlakatla in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 20 (America/Sitka). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Metlakatla?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Metlakatla, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:55 PM (America/Sitka).
What these times mean
Solar times in Metlakatla 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 Metlakatla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Metlakatla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 3:49 PM | 7h 48m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 45m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 5:42 AM | 7:51 PM | 14h 09m |
| May | 4:37 AM | 8:49 PM | 16h 12m |
| June | 4:05 AM | 9:28 PM | 17h 23m |
| July | 4:27 AM | 9:16 PM | 16h 49m |
| August | 5:20 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 58m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 30m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 3:41 PM | 8h 22m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 3:16 PM | 7h 11m |
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