Sun Times in Rankin Inlet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rankin Inlet?
Sunrise in Rankin Inlet on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rankin Inlet?
Sunset in Rankin Inlet on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rankin Inlet?
Morning golden hour in Rankin Inlet ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Rankin Inlet?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Rankin Inlet there are 14 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rankin Inlet?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rankin Inlet at 1:08 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rankin Inlet?
In Rankin Inlet, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:57 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rankin Inlet?
Twilight in Rankin Inlet 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 Rankin Inlet?
The earliest sunrise in Rankin Inlet in 2026 is at 3:04 AM on June 16 (America/Rankin_Inlet). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rankin Inlet?
The latest sunset in Rankin Inlet in 2026 is at 11:16 PM on June 21 (America/Rankin_Inlet). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rankin Inlet?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Rankin Inlet, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 50 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:57 PM (America/Rankin_Inlet).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rankin Inlet 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 Rankin Inlet
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rankin Inlet on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:20 AM | 3:15 PM | 5h 56m |
| February | 7:56 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 52m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 45m |
| April | 5:41 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 56m |
| May | 4:06 AM | 10:04 PM | 17h 58m |
| June | 3:05 AM | 11:13 PM | 20h 08m |
| July | 3:41 AM | 10:45 PM | 19h 04m |
| August | 5:08 AM | 9:15 PM | 16h 07m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 58m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 5:51 PM | 9h 56m |
| November | 8:26 AM | 3:18 PM | 6h 52m |
| December | 9:37 AM | 2:29 PM | 4h 52m |
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