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Sun Times in Occidente (San Francisco)
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Occidente (San Francisco)?
Sunrise in Occidente (San Francisco) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Occidente (San Francisco)?
Sunset in Occidente (San Francisco) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:14 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Occidente (San Francisco)?
Morning golden hour in Occidente (San Francisco) ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Occidente (San Francisco)?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Occidente (San Francisco) there are 12 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Occidente (San Francisco)?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Occidente (San Francisco) at 12:07 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Occidente (San Francisco)?
In Occidente (San Francisco), sunset is at 6:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 6:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Occidente (San Francisco)?
Twilight in Occidente (San Francisco) lasts approximately 73 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 Occidente (San Francisco)?
The earliest sunrise in Occidente (San Francisco) in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on May 25 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Occidente (San Francisco)?
The latest sunset in Occidente (San Francisco) in 2026 is at 6:53 PM on June 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Occidente (San Francisco)?
After sunset at 6:14 PM in Occidente (San Francisco), civil twilight ends at 6:36 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Occidente (San Francisco) 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 Occidente (San Francisco)
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Occidente (San Francisco) on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 09m |
| February | 6:40 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 34m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 00m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 14m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 07m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 45m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:06 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:19 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 16m |
| December | 6:37 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 02m |