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Sun Times in Laguna Niguel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Laguna Niguel?
Sunrise in Laguna Niguel on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Laguna Niguel?
Sunset in Laguna Niguel on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:33 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Laguna Niguel?
Morning golden hour in Laguna Niguel ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Laguna Niguel?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Laguna Niguel there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Laguna Niguel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Laguna Niguel at 12:54 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 Laguna Niguel?
In Laguna Niguel, sunset is at 7:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Laguna Niguel?
Twilight in Laguna Niguel lasts approximately 89 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 Laguna Niguel?
The earliest sunrise in Laguna Niguel in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 5 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Laguna Niguel?
The latest sunset in Laguna Niguel in 2026 is at 8:04 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Laguna Niguel?
After sunset at 7:33 PM in Laguna Niguel, civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Laguna Niguel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 11m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 01m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 54m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 22m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 09m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 23m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 57m |