Anchorage Sunrise & Sunset in August 2026

AKST61.2181°N, 149.9003°W

Northern Hemisphere • higher-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Anchorage, Alaska throughout August 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During August, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in August, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Anchorage depend on August's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in August brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Anchorage, Alaska. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. The daily variations in sun times during August may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

August falls in summer for Anchorage in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 61.2° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.

August daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 1h 18m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 1h 28m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 2h 46m shorter by month end.

Key August Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: August 1 at 5:30 AM
  • Latest sunrise: August 31 at 6:48 AM
  • Earliest sunset: August 1 at 10:43 PM
  • Latest sunset: August 31 at 9:15 PM
  • Day length change: -3h 46m from start to end of month

August averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:09 AM
  • Average sunset: 10:00 PM
  • Average day length: 15h 51m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for August 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Aug 15:30 AM10:43 PM17h 13m5:40 AM - 6:40 AM9:34 PM - 10:34 PM
Aug 25:33 AM10:40 PM17h 7m5:42 AM - 6:42 AM9:31 PM - 10:31 PM
Aug 35:36 AM10:38 PM17h 2m5:44 AM - 6:44 AM9:29 PM - 10:29 PM
Aug 45:38 AM10:35 PM16h 57m5:46 AM - 6:46 AM9:27 PM - 10:27 PM
Aug 55:41 AM10:32 PM16h 52m5:48 AM - 6:48 AM9:25 PM - 10:25 PM
Aug 65:43 AM10:29 PM16h 46m5:50 AM - 6:50 AM9:23 PM - 10:23 PM
Aug 75:46 AM10:27 PM16h 41m5:52 AM - 6:52 AM9:20 PM - 10:20 PM
Aug 85:48 AM10:24 PM16h 35m5:54 AM - 6:54 AM9:18 PM - 10:18 PM
Aug 95:51 AM10:21 PM16h 30m5:57 AM - 6:57 AM9:15 PM - 10:15 PM
Aug 105:54 AM10:18 PM16h 25m5:59 AM - 6:59 AM9:13 PM - 10:13 PM
Aug 115:56 AM10:15 PM16h 19m6:01 AM - 7:01 AM9:11 PM - 10:11 PM
Aug 125:59 AM10:12 PM16h 14m6:03 AM - 7:03 AM9:08 PM - 10:08 PM
Aug 136:01 AM10:10 PM16h 8m6:05 AM - 7:05 AM9:06 PM - 10:06 PM
Aug 146:04 AM10:07 PM16h 3m6:08 AM - 7:08 AM9:03 PM - 10:03 PM
Aug 156:07 AM10:04 PM15h 57m6:10 AM - 7:10 AM9:01 PM - 10:01 PM
Aug 166:09 AM10:01 PM15h 52m6:12 AM - 7:12 AM8:58 PM - 9:58 PM
Aug 176:12 AM9:58 PM15h 46m6:14 AM - 7:14 AM8:55 PM - 9:55 PM
Aug 186:14 AM9:55 PM15h 40m6:16 AM - 7:16 AM8:53 PM - 9:53 PM
Aug 196:17 AM9:52 PM15h 35m6:19 AM - 7:19 AM8:50 PM - 9:50 PM
Aug 206:20 AM9:49 PM15h 29m6:21 AM - 7:21 AM8:47 PM - 9:47 PM
Aug 216:22 AM9:46 PM15h 24m6:23 AM - 7:23 AM8:45 PM - 9:45 PM
Aug 226:25 AM9:43 PM15h 18m6:25 AM - 7:25 AM8:42 PM - 9:42 PM
Aug 236:27 AM9:40 PM15h 12m6:28 AM - 7:28 AM8:39 PM - 9:39 PM
Aug 246:30 AM9:37 PM15h 7m6:30 AM - 7:30 AM8:36 PM - 9:36 PM
Aug 256:32 AM9:34 PM15h 1m6:32 AM - 7:32 AM8:34 PM - 9:34 PM
Aug 266:35 AM9:30 PM14h 56m6:35 AM - 7:35 AM8:31 PM - 9:30 PM
Aug 276:37 AM9:27 PM14h 50m6:37 AM - 7:37 AM8:28 PM - 9:27 PM
Aug 286:40 AM9:24 PM14h 44m6:40 AM - 7:39 AM8:25 PM - 9:24 PM
Aug 296:43 AM9:21 PM14h 39m6:43 AM - 7:42 AM8:22 PM - 9:21 PM
Aug 306:45 AM9:18 PM14h 33m6:45 AM - 7:44 AM8:19 PM - 9:18 PM
Aug 316:48 AM9:15 PM14h 27m6:48 AM - 7:46 AM8:16 PM - 9:15 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Anchorage in August

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through August as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Anchorage, Alaska, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in August.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Anchorage, Alaska in August?

Today, the sun rises in Anchorage, Alaska at 8:19 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Anchorage, Alaska in August?

Today, the sun sets in Anchorage, Alaska at 6:09 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout August, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Anchorage, Alaska in August?

Today's daylight in Anchorage, Alaska lasts about 9h 49m. As we move through August, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Anchorage, Alaska?

Golden hour in Anchorage, Alaska refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.