Sun Times in Soldotna
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Soldotna?
Sunrise in Soldotna on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Soldotna?
Sunset in Soldotna on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 9:20 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Soldotna?
Morning golden hour in Soldotna ends at 7:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:22 PM.
How long is the day in Soldotna?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Soldotna there are 14 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Soldotna?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Soldotna at 2:05 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Soldotna?
In Soldotna, sunset is at 9:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:35 AM (America/Anchorage). Civil twilight ends at 10:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Soldotna?
Twilight in Soldotna lasts approximately 196 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 Soldotna?
The earliest sunrise in Soldotna in 2026 is at 4:34 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 Soldotna?
The latest sunset in Soldotna in 2026 is at 11:38 PM on June 22 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Soldotna?
After sunset at 9:20 PM in Soldotna, civil twilight ends at 10:06 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:35 AM (America/Anchorage).
What these times mean
Solar times in Soldotna 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 Soldotna
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Soldotna on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:55 AM | 4:33 PM | 6h 38m |
| February | 8:43 AM | 5:54 PM | 9h 12m |
| March | 8:20 AM | 8:07 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 9:25 PM | 14h 40m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 10:40 PM | 17h 19m |
| June | 4:34 AM | 11:35 PM | 19h 01m |
| July | 5:03 AM | 11:15 PM | 18h 11m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 9:58 PM | 15h 42m |
| September | 7:32 AM | 8:24 PM | 12h 52m |
| October | 8:45 AM | 6:53 PM | 10h 07m |
| November | 9:06 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 25m |
| December | 10:06 AM | 3:52 PM | 5h 46m |
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