Sun Times in Mountain View
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mountain View?
Sunrise in Mountain View on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mountain View?
Sunset in Mountain View on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mountain View?
Morning golden hour in Mountain View ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:09 PM.
How long is the day in Mountain View?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Mountain View there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mountain View?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mountain View at 12:21 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mountain View?
In Mountain View, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:54 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). Civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mountain View?
Twilight in Mountain View lasts approximately 75 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 Mountain View?
The earliest sunrise in Mountain View in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on May 27 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mountain View?
The latest sunset in Mountain View in 2026 is at 7:03 PM on June 30 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mountain View?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Mountain View, civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:54 PM (Pacific/Honolulu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mountain View 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 Mountain View
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mountain View on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 05m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 31m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 36m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 04m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 18m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 12m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 47m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 12m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 58m |
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