Sun Times in Elk Grove
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elk Grove?
Sunrise in Elk Grove on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elk Grove?
Sunset in Elk Grove on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:00 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elk Grove?
Morning golden hour in Elk Grove ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:24 PM.
How long is the day in Elk Grove?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Elk Grove there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elk Grove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elk Grove at 1:10 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 Elk Grove?
In Elk Grove, sunset is at 8:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elk Grove?
Twilight in Elk Grove lasts approximately 99 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 Elk Grove?
The earliest sunrise in Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove?
The latest sunset in Elk Grove in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elk Grove?
After sunset at 8:00 PM in Elk Grove, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elk Grove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 48m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 50m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 35m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 30m |
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