Sun Times in Bodega Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bodega Bay?
Sunrise in Bodega Bay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bodega Bay?
Sunset in Bodega Bay on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:38 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bodega Bay?
Morning golden hour in Bodega Bay ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Bodega Bay?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Bodega Bay there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bodega Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay?
In Bodega Bay, sunset is at 7:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bodega Bay?
Twilight in Bodega Bay lasts approximately 92 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 Bodega Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Bodega Bay in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 6 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bodega Bay?
The latest sunset in Bodega Bay in 2026 is at 8:39 PM on June 20 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bodega Bay?
After sunset at 7:38 PM in Bodega Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:05 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bodega Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 48m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:19 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 50m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 34m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 31m |
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