Sun Times in Central Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Central Valley?
Sunrise in Central Valley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Central Valley?
Sunset in Central Valley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Central Valley?
Morning golden hour in Central Valley ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Central Valley?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Central Valley there are 13 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Central Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Central Valley at 1:01 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Central Valley?
In Central Valley, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Central Valley?
Twilight in Central Valley lasts approximately 105 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 Central Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Central Valley in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 10 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Central Valley?
The latest sunset in Central Valley in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 20 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Central Valley?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Central Valley, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Central Valley 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 Central Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Central Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 32m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 09m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 52m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 13m |
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