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Sun Times in Wasilla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wasilla?
Sunrise in Wasilla on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wasilla?
Sunset in Wasilla on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 9:48 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wasilla?
Morning golden hour in Wasilla ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:46 PM.
How long is the day in Wasilla?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Wasilla there are 15 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wasilla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wasilla at 2:01 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wasilla?
In Wasilla, sunset is at 9:48 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:41 PM (America/Anchorage). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness (astronomical dusk) — a faint twilight glow lingers all night.
How long does twilight last in Wasilla?
At this time of year, twilight in Wasilla lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Wasilla?
The earliest sunrise in Wasilla in 2026 is at 4:13 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 Wasilla?
The latest sunset in Wasilla in 2026 is at 11:46 PM on June 22 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wasilla?
After sunset at 9:48 PM in Wasilla, civil twilight ends at 10:41 PM — about 53 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. At this time of year the sky never becomes fully dark: astronomical twilight lasts until morning.
What these times mean
Solar times in Wasilla 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 Wasilla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wasilla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:57 AM | 4:17 PM | 6h 20m |
| February | 8:40 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 03m |
| March | 8:14 AM | 8:00 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 47m |
| May | 5:06 AM | 10:43 PM | 17h 36m |
| June | 4:13 AM | 11:43 PM | 19h 29m |
| July | 4:46 AM | 11:19 PM | 18h 34m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 9:57 PM | 15h 53m |
| September | 7:24 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:41 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 02m |
| November | 9:07 AM | 4:16 PM | 7h 10m |
| December | 10:11 AM | 3:34 PM | 5h 23m |