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Sun Times in Orange Cove
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Orange Cove?
Sunrise in Orange Cove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Orange Cove?
Sunset in Orange Cove on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Orange Cove?
Morning golden hour in Orange Cove ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Orange Cove?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Orange Cove there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Orange Cove?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Orange Cove at 12:56 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 Orange Cove?
In Orange Cove, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:51 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Orange Cove?
Twilight in Orange Cove lasts approximately 89 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 Orange Cove?
The earliest sunrise in Orange Cove in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 6 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Orange Cove?
The latest sunset in Orange Cove in 2026 is at 8:19 PM on June 20 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Orange Cove?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Orange Cove, civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:51 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Orange Cove 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 Orange Cove
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Orange Cove on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:08 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 57m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 39m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:02 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 40m |