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Sun Times in American Canyon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in American Canyon?
Sunrise in American Canyon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in American Canyon?
Sunset in American Canyon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in American Canyon?
Morning golden hour in American Canyon ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in American Canyon?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in American Canyon there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in American Canyon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in American Canyon at 1:13 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 American Canyon?
In American Canyon, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in American Canyon?
Twilight in American Canyon lasts approximately 98 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 American Canyon?
The earliest sunrise in American Canyon in 2026 is at 5:45 AM on June 7 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in American Canyon?
The latest sunset in American Canyon in 2026 is at 8:36 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in American Canyon?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in American Canyon, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in American Canyon 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 American Canyon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in American Canyon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 15m |
| June | 5:45 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 49m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 32m |