Sun Times in Mission Viejo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mission Viejo?
Sunrise in Mission Viejo on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mission Viejo?
Sunset in Mission Viejo on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mission Viejo?
Morning golden hour in Mission Viejo ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Mission Viejo?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Mission Viejo there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mission Viejo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mission Viejo at 12:53 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 Mission Viejo?
In Mission Viejo, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:56 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mission Viejo?
Twilight in Mission Viejo lasts approximately 88 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 Mission Viejo?
The earliest sunrise in Mission Viejo in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mission Viejo?
The latest sunset in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Mission Viejo, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:56 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mission Viejo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 5:05 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 | 5:49 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 22m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 56m |
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