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Sun Times in Alum Rock
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alum Rock?
Sunrise in Alum Rock on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alum Rock?
Sunset in Alum Rock on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alum Rock?
Morning golden hour in Alum Rock ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Alum Rock?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Alum Rock there are 13 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alum Rock?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alum Rock at 1:11 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 Alum Rock?
In Alum Rock, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:33 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alum Rock?
Twilight in Alum Rock lasts approximately 96 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 Alum Rock?
The earliest sunrise in Alum Rock in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 5 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alum Rock?
The latest sunset in Alum Rock in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alum Rock?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Alum Rock, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:33 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alum Rock 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 Alum Rock
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alum Rock on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 11m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 10m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 36m |