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Sun Times in Willow
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Willow?
Sunrise in Willow on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Willow?
Sunset in Willow on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 10:00 PM (America/Anchorage). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Willow?
Morning golden hour in Willow ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:57 PM.
How long is the day in Willow?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Willow there are 15 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Willow?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Willow at 2:04 PM (America/Anchorage). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Willow?
In Willow, sunset is at 10:00 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:56 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 Willow?
At this time of year, twilight in Willow 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 Willow?
The earliest sunrise in Willow 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 Willow?
The latest sunset in Willow in 2026 is at 11:50 PM on June 19 (America/Anchorage). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Willow?
After sunset at 10:00 PM in Willow, civil twilight ends at 10:56 PM — about 55 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 Willow 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 Willow
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Willow on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:01 AM | 4:18 PM | 6h 17m |
| February | 8:43 AM | 5:45 PM | 9h 02m |
| March | 8:16 AM | 8:02 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 9:25 PM | 14h 49m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 10:47 PM | 17h 39m |
| June | 4:13 AM | 11:48 PM | 19h 34m |
| July | 4:46 AM | 11:24 PM | 18h 37m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 10:00 PM | 15h 54m |
| September | 7:26 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:44 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 01m |
| November | 9:10 AM | 4:18 PM | 7h 07m |
| December | 10:16 AM | 3:34 PM | 5h 19m |