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Sun Times in Sand Point
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sand Point?
Sunrise in Sand Point on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:52 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sand Point?
Sunset in Sand Point on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 9:29 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sand Point?
Morning golden hour in Sand Point ends at 8:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:40 PM.
How long is the day in Sand Point?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Sand Point there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sand Point?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sand Point at 2:41 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sand Point?
In Sand Point, sunset is at 9:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:48 PM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 10:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sand Point?
Twilight in Sand Point lasts approximately 139 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 Sand Point?
The earliest sunrise in Sand Point in 2026 is at 5:59 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 Sand Point?
The latest sunset in Sand Point in 2026 is at 11:27 PM on June 19 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sand Point?
After sunset at 9:29 PM in Sand Point, civil twilight ends at 10:07 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:48 PM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sand Point 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 Sand Point
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sand Point on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:59 AM | 5:44 PM | 7h 46m |
| February | 9:04 AM | 6:48 PM | 9h 44m |
| March | 8:56 AM | 8:46 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 7:37 AM | 9:47 PM | 14h 11m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 10:45 PM | 16h 14m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 11:25 PM | 17h 26m |
| July | 6:21 AM | 11:13 PM | 16h 52m |
| August | 7:16 AM | 10:15 PM | 14h 59m |
| September | 8:14 AM | 8:58 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 9:12 AM | 7:41 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 9:16 AM | 5:36 PM | 8h 20m |
| December | 10:03 AM | 5:11 PM | 7h 08m |