Sun Times in Long Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Long Beach?
Sunrise in Long Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Long Beach?
Sunset in Long Beach on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Long Beach?
Morning golden hour in Long Beach ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:04 PM.
How long is the day in Long Beach?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Long Beach there are 11 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Long Beach?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Long Beach at 11:59 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Long Beach?
In Long Beach, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:04 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Long Beach?
Twilight in Long Beach lasts approximately 85 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 Long Beach?
The earliest sunrise in Long Beach in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Long Beach?
The latest sunset in Long Beach in 2026 is at 8:18 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Long Beach?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in Long Beach, civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:04 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in Long 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 Long Beach
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Long Beach on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 19m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 23m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 12m |
| May | 6:47 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 15m |
| June | 7:06 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 45m |
| July | 7:06 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 57m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 45m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:16 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 7:43 PM | 14h 00m |
| December | 5:37 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 34m |
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