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Sun Times in Joshua Tree
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Joshua Tree?
Sunrise in Joshua Tree on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Joshua Tree?
Sunset in Joshua Tree on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:08 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Joshua Tree?
Morning golden hour in Joshua Tree ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:34 PM.
How long is the day in Joshua Tree?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Joshua Tree there are 12 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Joshua Tree?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Joshua Tree at 12:44 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 Joshua Tree?
In Joshua Tree, sunset is at 7:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Joshua Tree?
Twilight in Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree?
The earliest sunrise in Joshua Tree in 2026 is at 5:33 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 Joshua Tree?
The latest sunset in Joshua Tree in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Joshua Tree?
After sunset at 7:08 PM in Joshua Tree, civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Joshua Tree on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 08m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 57m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 12m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:50 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 4:41 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 54m |