Sun Times in Menlo Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Menlo Park?
Sunrise in Menlo Park on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Menlo Park?
Sunset in Menlo Park on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Menlo Park?
Morning golden hour in Menlo Park ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Menlo Park?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Menlo Park there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Menlo Park?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Menlo Park at 1:07 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 Menlo Park?
In Menlo Park, sunset is at 7:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:04 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Menlo Park?
Twilight in Menlo Park lasts approximately 91 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 Menlo Park?
The earliest sunrise in Menlo Park in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on June 6 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Menlo Park?
The latest sunset in Menlo Park in 2026 is at 8:33 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Menlo Park?
After sunset at 7:34 PM in Menlo Park, civil twilight ends at 8:00 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:04 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Menlo Park on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 5:59 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 36m |
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