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Sun Times in Mount Shasta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Shasta?
Sunrise in Mount Shasta on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Shasta?
Sunset in Mount Shasta on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Shasta?
Morning golden hour in Mount Shasta ends at 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Shasta?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Mount Shasta there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Shasta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Shasta at 1:08 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 Mount Shasta?
In Mount Shasta, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Shasta?
Twilight in Mount Shasta lasts approximately 97 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 Mount Shasta?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Shasta in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 9 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mount Shasta?
The latest sunset in Mount Shasta in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Shasta?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Mount Shasta, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Shasta 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 Mount Shasta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Shasta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 32m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 09m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 52m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 13m |