Sun Times in Golden Gate
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Golden Gate?
Sunrise in Golden Gate on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:07 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Golden Gate?
Sunset in Golden Gate on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Golden Gate?
Morning golden hour in Golden Gate ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:13 PM.
How long is the day in Golden Gate?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Golden Gate there are 12 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Golden Gate?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Golden Gate at 1:26 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 Golden Gate?
In Golden Gate, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Golden Gate?
Twilight in Golden Gate lasts approximately 79 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 Golden Gate?
The earliest sunrise in Golden Gate in 2026 is at 6:33 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Golden Gate?
The latest sunset in Golden Gate in 2026 is at 8:23 PM on June 27 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Golden Gate?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Golden Gate, civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Golden Gate on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 41m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 18m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 26m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 8:20 PM | 13h 46m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 37m |
| August | 6:59 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 03m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 52m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 31m |
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