Sun Times in Catalina
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Catalina?
Sunrise in Catalina on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Catalina?
Sunset in Catalina on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:09 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Catalina?
Morning golden hour in Catalina ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:35 PM.
How long is the day in Catalina?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Catalina there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Catalina?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Catalina at 12:28 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Catalina?
In Catalina, sunset is at 7:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:38 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Catalina?
Twilight in Catalina lasts approximately 89 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 Catalina?
The earliest sunrise in Catalina in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 8 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Catalina?
The latest sunset in Catalina in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 27 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Catalina?
After sunset at 7:09 PM in Catalina, civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:38 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Catalina 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 Catalina
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Catalina on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 7:32 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 7:31 PM | 14h 05m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 02m |
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