What time does it get dark in Nikiski ?

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The sunset in Nikiski is at 04:00 pm

What is it sunset?

  • Sunset

  • Twilight

  • Darkness

Most people know that sunset is the time when the sun goes down. But did you know that the sun doesn't actually set? Instead, Earth rotates into darkness, giving us the illusion that the sun is setting. So what causes sunset?

Well, it's a combination of things. The Earth's atmosphere scatters sunlight in every direction, but blue and violet light are scattered more than other colors. This is why the sky is usually blue during the daytime. As the sun gets lower in the sky, the atmosphere becomes thicker and more dense.

This scattering of sunlight happens to a greater extent, and we see red and orange light more than blue and violet light. That's why sunset is usually a beautiful red or orange color. So next time you see sunset, remember that you're actually seeing Earth rotate into darkness!

Nikiski and all the details!

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Nikiski is located in the borough of Anchorage in the state of Alaska. It is bordered by the Matanuska-Susitna Valley to the west and the Municipality of Eagle River to the north. The city is situated on the east side of Cook Inlet. Nikiski has a population of just over 2,500 people. The nearest state capital is Juneau, which is approximately 105 miles away. The closest capital to Nikiski is Washington, D.C., which is approximately 1,080 miles away. Nikiski has a subarctic climate. The average temperature ranges from 34 degrees Fahrenheit in winter to 78 degrees Fahrenheit in summer. The average rainfall is just over 36 inches per year. The closest major tourist attraction is the Mount McKinley National Park which is located about 215 miles away.

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What time does it get dark?

As the sun sets, the sky slowly grows dark. For many people, this is a time to relax and wind down for the day. But have you ever wondered exactly when it gets dark? The answer may surprise you.

Did you know that darkness actually begins long before the sun sets? As the sun gets lower in the sky, its light has to travel through more atmosphere. This filters out some of the blue light, making the sun look redder. At the same time, shadows get longer and darker. So by the time the sun finally dips below the horizon, darkness has already begun to fall.

Of course, not all places on Earth experience darkness at the same time. Near the equator, the sun sets and rises almost directly overhead. This means that there is less of a difference between daytime and nighttime. Closer to the poles, however, the sun stays low in the sky for much of the year. This leads to longer periods of darkness during wintertime.