Sun Times in Yukon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Yukon?
Sunrise in Yukon on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Yukon?
Sunset in Yukon on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Yukon?
Morning golden hour in Yukon ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Yukon?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Yukon there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Yukon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Yukon at 1:30 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Yukon?
In Yukon, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:24 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Yukon?
Twilight in Yukon lasts approximately 88 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 Yukon?
The earliest sunrise in Yukon in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 5 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Yukon?
The latest sunset in Yukon in 2026 is at 8:50 PM on June 23 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Yukon?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Yukon, civil twilight ends at 8:22 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:24 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Yukon 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 Yukon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Yukon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:41 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 03m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 33m |
| July | 6:27 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 18m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 46m |
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