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Sun Times in Boyle Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boyle Heights?
Sunrise in Boyle Heights on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boyle Heights?
Sunset in Boyle Heights on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:23 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boyle Heights?
Morning golden hour in Boyle Heights ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Boyle Heights?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Boyle Heights there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boyle Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boyle Heights 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 Boyle Heights?
In Boyle Heights, sunset is at 7:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:51 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boyle Heights?
Twilight in Boyle Heights 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 Boyle Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Boyle Heights in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 10 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boyle Heights?
The latest sunset in Boyle Heights in 2026 is at 8:08 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boyle Heights?
After sunset at 7:23 PM in Boyle Heights, civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:51 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boyle Heights 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 Boyle Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boyle Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 12m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 6:51 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 54m |