Sun Times in Skagway
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Skagway?
Sunrise in Skagway on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/Juneau). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Skagway?
Sunset in Skagway on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Juneau). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Skagway?
Morning golden hour in Skagway ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:02 PM.
How long is the day in Skagway?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Skagway there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Skagway?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Skagway at 1:00 PM (America/Juneau). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Skagway?
In Skagway, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:42 PM (America/Juneau). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Skagway?
Twilight in Skagway lasts approximately 166 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 Skagway?
The earliest sunrise in Skagway in 2026 is at 3:42 AM on June 17 (America/Juneau). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Skagway?
The latest sunset in Skagway in 2026 is at 10:23 PM on June 20 (America/Juneau). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Skagway?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Skagway, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:42 PM (America/Juneau).
What these times mean
Solar times in Skagway 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 Skagway
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Skagway on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:44 AM | 3:37 PM | 6h 54m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 19m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 5:45 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 33m |
| May | 4:26 AM | 9:30 PM | 17h 03m |
| June | 3:43 AM | 10:20 PM | 18h 37m |
| July | 4:10 AM | 10:02 PM | 17h 52m |
| August | 5:18 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 32m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 51m |
| October | 7:40 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 12m |
| November | 7:56 AM | 3:34 PM | 7h 38m |
| December | 8:53 AM | 2:59 PM | 6h 06m |
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