Sun Times in Montecito
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Montecito?
Sunrise in Montecito on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Montecito?
Sunset in Montecito on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Montecito?
Morning golden hour in Montecito ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:10 PM.
How long is the day in Montecito?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Montecito there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Montecito?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Montecito at 1:02 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 Montecito?
In Montecito, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Montecito?
Twilight in Montecito 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 Montecito?
The earliest sunrise in Montecito in 2026 is at 5:45 AM on June 7 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Montecito?
The latest sunset in Montecito in 2026 is at 8:15 PM on June 27 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Montecito?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Montecito, civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Montecito 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 Montecito
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Montecito on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 07m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 58m |
| June | 5:45 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 27m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 14m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 26m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:32 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 22m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 52m |
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