Ellsworth, Union River Sunrise & Sunset
Saturday, September 12 at Ellsworth, Union River, Maine. There are 12h 42m of daylight, from sunrise at 6:09 AM to sunset at 6:50 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Ellsworth, Union River.
Daylight by month in Ellsworth, Union River
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 | 7:07 AM | 4:20 PM | 9h 13m | |
| Feb | 6:34 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 28m | |
| Mar | 6:47 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 53m | |
| Apr | 5:50 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 28m | |
| May | 5:06 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 48m | |
| JunLongest | 4:48 AM | 8:20 PM | 15h 32m | |
| Jul | 5:03 AM | 8:16 PM | 15h 13m | |
| Aug | 5:36 AM | 7:40 PM | 14h 04m | |
| Sep | 6:12 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 33m | |
| Oct | 6:49 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 01m | |
| Nov | 6:30 AM | 4:06 PM | 9h 37m | |
| DecShortest | 7:03 AM | 3:54 PM | 8h 51m |
Longest day around June 21 (15h 33m), shortest around December 21 (8h 49m). That is a swing of 6h 44m 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 Ellsworth, Union River
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 Ellsworth, Union River’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. Ellsworth, Union River runs from about 8h 49m at the shortest day to 15h 33m 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 Ellsworth, Union River tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Ellsworth, Union River today?+
On Saturday, September 12, the sun rises at 6:09 AM and sets at 6:50 PM at Ellsworth, Union River, Maine. First light (dawn) is around 5:39 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:20 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Ellsworth, Union River get today?+
Saturday, September 12 has 12h 42m of daylight at Ellsworth, Union River. The days are getting shorter by about 3 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Ellsworth, Union River?+
The longest day at Ellsworth, Union River is around June 21 with 15h 33m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 8h 49m. That is a swing of 6h 44m 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 12:30 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 Ellsworth, Union River's exact coordinates (44.535°, -68.422°) 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.
Bridge clearances near Ellsworth, Union River
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Ellsworth, Union River. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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