Sun Times in Arroyo Grande
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arroyo Grande?
Sunrise in Arroyo Grande on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arroyo Grande?
Sunset in Arroyo Grande on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arroyo Grande?
Morning golden hour in Arroyo Grande ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Arroyo Grande?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Arroyo Grande there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arroyo Grande?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arroyo Grande at 1:01 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 Arroyo Grande?
In Arroyo Grande, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arroyo Grande?
Twilight in Arroyo Grande lasts approximately 87 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 Arroyo Grande?
The earliest sunrise in Arroyo Grande in 2026 is at 5:47 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 Arroyo Grande?
The latest sunset in Arroyo Grande in 2026 is at 8:20 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arroyo Grande?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Arroyo Grande, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:53 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arroyo Grande 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 Arroyo Grande
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arroyo Grande on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:03 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 48m |
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