Sun Times in Watson Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Watson Lake?
Sunrise in Watson Lake on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Whitehorse). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Watson Lake?
Sunset in Watson Lake on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (America/Whitehorse). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Watson Lake?
Morning golden hour in Watson Lake ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:33 PM.
How long is the day in Watson Lake?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Watson Lake there are 13 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Watson Lake?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Watson Lake at 1:33 PM (America/Whitehorse). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Watson Lake?
In Watson Lake, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:18 PM (America/Whitehorse). Civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Watson Lake?
Twilight in Watson Lake lasts approximately 170 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 Watson Lake?
The earliest sunrise in Watson Lake in 2026 is at 4:09 AM on June 16 (America/Whitehorse). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Watson Lake?
The latest sunset in Watson Lake in 2026 is at 11:03 PM on June 19 (America/Whitehorse). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Watson Lake?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Watson Lake, civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:18 PM (America/Whitehorse).
What these times mean
Solar times in Watson Lake 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 Watson Lake
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Watson Lake on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:22 AM | 5:06 PM | 6h 45m |
| February | 9:12 AM | 6:26 PM | 9h 14m |
| March | 7:50 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 37m |
| May | 4:56 AM | 10:08 PM | 17h 12m |
| June | 4:10 AM | 11:01 PM | 18h 51m |
| July | 4:38 AM | 10:41 PM | 18h 03m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 38m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 52m |
| October | 8:15 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 10m |
| November | 9:33 AM | 5:04 PM | 7h 30m |
| December | 10:32 AM | 4:27 PM | 5h 54m |
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