Bucksport Sunrise & Sunset
Saturday, October 31 at Bucksport, Maine. There are 10h 15m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:11 AM to sunset at 5:26 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Bucksport.
Daylight by month in Bucksport
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 | 7:09 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 12m | |
| Feb | 6:36 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 28m | |
| Mar | 6:48 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 53m | |
| Apr | 5:52 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 28m | |
| May | 5:08 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 48m | |
| JunLongest | 4:49 AM | 8:22 PM | 15h 32m | |
| Jul | 5:04 AM | 8:18 PM | 15h 14m | |
| Aug | 5:37 AM | 7:41 PM | 14h 04m | |
| Sep | 6:14 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 33m | |
| Oct | 6:50 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 01m | |
| Nov | 6:31 AM | 4:08 PM | 9h 36m | |
| DecShortest | 7:05 AM | 3:56 PM | 8h 51m |
Longest day around June 21 (15h 34m), shortest around December 21 (8h 49m). That is a swing of 6h 45m 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 Bucksport
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 Bucksport’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. Bucksport runs from about 8h 49m at the shortest day to 15h 34m 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 Bucksport tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bucksport today?+
On Saturday, October 31, the sun rises at 7:11 AM and sets at 5:26 PM at Bucksport, Maine. First light (dawn) is around 6:41 AM and last light (dusk) is around 5:56 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Bucksport get today?+
Saturday, October 31 has 10h 15m of daylight at Bucksport. The days are getting shorter by about 3 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Bucksport?+
The longest day at Bucksport is around June 21 with 15h 34m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 8h 49m. That is a swing of 6h 45m 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 12:19 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 Bucksport's exact coordinates (44.572°, -68.802°) 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.
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Bridge clearances near Bucksport
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Bucksport. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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