North Anclote Key Sunrise & Sunset
Saturday, October 31 at North Anclote Key, Florida. There are 11h 06m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:42 AM to sunset at 6:48 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to North Anclote Key.
Daylight by month in North Anclote Key
How sunrise, sunset, and the length of the day change across 2026 at this latitude. Times are for the 15th of each month.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7:25 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 33m | |
| Feb | 7:09 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 13m | |
| Mar | 7:41 AM | 7:40 PM | 11h 59m | |
| Apr | 7:07 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 50m | |
| May | 6:41 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 33m | |
| JunLongest | 6:34 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 56m | |
| Jul | 6:44 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 46m | |
| Aug | 7:01 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 09m | |
| Sep | 7:16 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 20m | |
| Oct | 7:32 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 30m | |
| Nov | 6:53 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 45m | |
| DecShortest | 7:16 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 22m |
Longest day around June 21 (13h 56m), shortest around December 21 (10h 21m). That is a swing of 3h 35m across the year.
Time your day on the water
Sunrise, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Sunrise, sunset & daylight at North Anclote Key
On the water, the light runs the day. First light is when you can start to see the channel; the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset is the soft golden light anglers and photographers wait for; and last light is your deadline to be back on the mooring. The times on this page are calculated for North Anclote Key’s exact position and follow the local clock, daylight saving included.
Daylight is not fixed. It swings with the season, and how far it swings depends on latitude. North Anclote Key runs from about 10h 21m at the shortest day to 13h 56m at the longest. Plan an early start against first light, line up the evening bite with the golden hour and sunset, and cross-check the North Anclote Key tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in North Anclote Key today?+
On Saturday, October 31, the sun rises at 7:42 AM and sets at 6:48 PM at North Anclote Key, Florida. First light (dawn) is around 7:18 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:12 PM.
How many hours of daylight does North Anclote Key get today?+
Saturday, October 31 has 11h 06m of daylight at North Anclote Key. The days are getting shorter by about 1 minute a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in North Anclote Key?+
The longest day at North Anclote Key is around June 21 with 13h 56m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 10h 21m. That is a swing of 3h 35m across the year.
What is first light, golden hour, and solar noon?+
First light (civil dawn) is when the sky brightens enough to see, about 30 minutes before sunrise. Golden hour is the soft, low-angle light right after sunrise and right before sunset. Solar noon is when the sun is highest, at 1:15 PM today. These matter for planning a dawn departure, a photo, or the evening bite.
Are these sunrise and sunset times accurate?+
Yes. They are calculated to the minute for North Anclote Key's exact coordinates (28.210°, -82.840°) using the standard astronomical equations NOAA's own solar calculator uses, and they follow the local time zone including daylight saving. Times are for a flat sea horizon; hills or headlands can shift the real moment a little.
Pathr nautical charts
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Bridge clearances near North Anclote Key
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to North Anclote Key. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
