Sun Times in Alta Sierra
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alta Sierra?
Sunrise in Alta Sierra on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:27 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alta Sierra?
Sunset in Alta Sierra on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alta Sierra?
Morning golden hour in Alta Sierra ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:44 PM.
How long is the day in Alta Sierra?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Alta Sierra there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alta Sierra?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alta Sierra at 12:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alta Sierra?
In Alta Sierra, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:46 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alta Sierra?
Twilight in Alta Sierra lasts approximately 88 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Alta Sierra?
The earliest sunrise in Alta Sierra in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 8 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alta Sierra?
The latest sunset in Alta Sierra in 2026 is at 8:14 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alta Sierra?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Alta Sierra, civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:46 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alta Sierra shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Alta Sierra
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alta Sierra on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:03 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 01m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 34m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 20m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:30 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 6:56 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 45m |
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