Sun Times in Castaic
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castaic?
Sunrise in Castaic on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castaic?
Sunset in Castaic on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:39 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castaic?
Morning golden hour in Castaic ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Castaic?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Castaic there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castaic?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castaic at 12:58 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 Castaic?
In Castaic, sunset is at 7:39 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 Castaic?
Twilight in Castaic lasts approximately 91 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 Castaic?
The earliest sunrise in Castaic in 2026 is at 5:41 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 Castaic?
The latest sunset in Castaic in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on June 26 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castaic?
After sunset at 7:39 PM in Castaic, civil twilight ends at 8:05 PM — about 26 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 Castaic 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 Castaic
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castaic on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:00 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 07m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 58m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 27m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 14m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 26m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 22m |
| December | 6:53 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 52m |
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