Anchorage Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026

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Northern Hemisphere • higher-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Anchorage, Alaska throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. March marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in March offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Anchorage use March's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Anchorage during March depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during March 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.

March is a seasonal transition month for Anchorage in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.

March daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 35m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 2h 18m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 2h 53m longer by month end.

Key March Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 8:04 AM
  • Latest sunrise: March 31 at 7:29 AM
  • Earliest sunset: March 1 at 6:22 PM
  • Latest sunset: March 31 at 8:40 PM
  • Day length change: +2h 53m from start to end of month

March averages

  • Average sunrise: 8:02 AM
  • Average sunset: 7:46 PM
  • Average day length: 11h 44m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for March 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Mar 18:04 AM6:22 PM10h 18m8:05 AM - 9:05 AM5:21 PM - 6:21 PM
Mar 28:01 AM6:25 PM10h 24m8:02 AM - 9:02 AM5:24 PM - 6:24 PM
Mar 37:58 AM6:27 PM10h 29m7:59 AM - 8:59 AM5:27 PM - 6:27 PM
Mar 47:55 AM6:30 PM10h 35m7:55 AM - 8:55 AM5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Mar 57:52 AM6:33 PM10h 41m7:52 AM - 8:52 AM5:33 PM - 6:33 PM
Mar 67:49 AM6:35 PM10h 47m7:49 AM - 8:48 AM5:36 PM - 6:35 PM
Mar 77:46 AM6:38 PM10h 52m7:46 AM - 8:45 AM5:39 PM - 6:38 PM
Mar 87:42 AM6:41 PM10h 58m7:42 AM - 8:42 AM5:42 PM - 6:41 PM
Mar 98:39 AM7:43 PM11h 4m8:39 AM - 9:38 AM6:44 PM - 7:43 PM
Mar 108:36 AM7:46 PM11h 10m8:36 AM - 9:35 AM6:47 PM - 7:46 PM
Mar 118:33 AM7:48 PM11h 15m8:33 AM - 9:31 AM6:50 PM - 7:48 PM
Mar 128:30 AM7:51 PM11h 21m8:30 AM - 9:28 AM6:53 PM - 7:51 PM
Mar 138:27 AM7:54 PM11h 27m8:27 AM - 9:25 AM6:56 PM - 7:54 PM
Mar 148:24 AM7:56 PM11h 33m8:24 AM - 9:21 AM6:58 PM - 7:56 PM
Mar 158:20 AM7:59 PM11h 38m8:20 AM - 9:18 AM7:01 PM - 7:59 PM
Mar 168:17 AM8:01 PM11h 44m8:17 AM - 9:15 AM7:04 PM - 8:01 PM
Mar 178:14 AM8:04 PM11h 50m8:14 AM - 9:12 AM7:07 PM - 8:04 PM
Mar 188:11 AM8:07 PM11h 56m8:11 AM - 9:08 AM7:09 PM - 8:07 PM
Mar 198:08 AM8:09 PM12h 2m8:08 AM - 9:05 AM7:12 PM - 8:09 PM
Mar 208:04 AM8:12 PM12h 7m8:04 AM - 9:02 AM7:15 PM - 8:12 PM
Mar 218:01 AM8:14 PM12h 13m8:01 AM - 8:58 AM7:17 PM - 8:14 PM
Mar 227:58 AM8:17 PM12h 19m7:58 AM - 8:55 AM7:20 PM - 8:17 PM
Mar 237:55 AM8:19 PM12h 25m7:55 AM - 8:52 AM7:22 PM - 8:19 PM
Mar 247:52 AM8:22 PM12h 30m7:52 AM - 8:49 AM7:25 PM - 8:22 PM
Mar 257:49 AM8:25 PM12h 36m7:49 AM - 8:45 AM7:28 PM - 8:25 PM
Mar 267:45 AM8:27 PM12h 42m7:45 AM - 8:42 AM7:30 PM - 8:27 PM
Mar 277:42 AM8:30 PM12h 48m7:42 AM - 8:39 AM7:33 PM - 8:30 PM
Mar 287:39 AM8:32 PM12h 53m7:39 AM - 8:36 AM7:35 PM - 8:32 PM
Mar 297:36 AM8:35 PM12h 59m7:36 AM - 8:33 AM7:38 PM - 8:35 PM
Mar 307:33 AM8:37 PM13h 5m7:33 AM - 8:30 AM7:40 PM - 8:37 PM
Mar 317:29 AM8:40 PM13h 11m7:29 AM - 8:26 AM7:43 PM - 8:40 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Anchorage in March

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through March 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 March.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Anchorage, Alaska in March?

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

What time is sunset in Anchorage, Alaska in March?

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

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

Today's daylight in Anchorage, Alaska lasts about 9h 49m. As we move through March, 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.