Sun Times in Huntington Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Huntington Beach?
Sunrise in Huntington Beach on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Huntington Beach?
Sunset in Huntington Beach on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Huntington Beach?
Morning golden hour in Huntington Beach ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Huntington Beach?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Huntington Beach there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Huntington Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Huntington Beach at 12:52 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 Huntington Beach?
In Huntington Beach, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Huntington Beach?
Twilight in Huntington Beach lasts approximately 86 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 Huntington Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Huntington Beach in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 4 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Huntington Beach?
The latest sunset in Huntington Beach in 2026 is at 8:06 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Huntington Beach?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Huntington Beach, civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Huntington Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:56 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 01m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 23m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 6:49 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 56m |
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