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Sun Times in Lake San Marcos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lake San Marcos?
Sunrise in Lake San Marcos on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lake San Marcos?
Sunset in Lake San Marcos on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lake San Marcos?
Morning golden hour in Lake San Marcos ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Lake San Marcos?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Lake San Marcos there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lake San Marcos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lake San Marcos at 12:50 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 Lake San Marcos?
In Lake San Marcos, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lake San Marcos?
Twilight in Lake San Marcos lasts approximately 87 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 Lake San Marcos?
The earliest sunrise in Lake San Marcos in 2026 is at 5:39 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 Lake San Marcos?
The latest sunset in Lake San Marcos in 2026 is at 8:01 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lake San Marcos?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Lake San Marcos, civil twilight ends at 7:47 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lake San Marcos 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 Lake San Marcos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lake San Marcos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 20m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 08m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:53 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:19 AM | 4:46 PM | 10h 27m |
| December | 6:44 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 59m |