Sun Times in Pacifica
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pacifica?
Sunrise in Pacifica on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pacifica?
Sunset in Pacifica on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pacifica?
Morning golden hour in Pacifica ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Pacifica?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Pacifica there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pacifica?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pacifica at 1:13 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 Pacifica?
In Pacifica, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pacifica?
Twilight in Pacifica lasts approximately 95 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 Pacifica?
The earliest sunrise in Pacifica in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on June 12 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pacifica?
The latest sunset in Pacifica in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pacifica?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Pacifica, civil twilight ends at 8:24 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pacifica 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 Pacifica
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pacifica on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 45m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 30m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 35m |
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