Sun Times in Chico
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chico?
Sunrise in Chico on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chico?
Sunset in Chico on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chico?
Morning golden hour in Chico ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Chico?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Chico there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chico?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chico at 1:12 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 Chico?
In Chico, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chico?
Twilight in Chico lasts approximately 115 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 Chico?
The earliest sunrise in Chico in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chico?
The latest sunset in Chico in 2026 is at 9:12 PM on June 20 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chico?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Chico, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chico 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 Chico
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chico on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:54 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 53m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 09m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 58m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 35m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 7:16 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 18m |
| December | 7:52 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 27m |
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