Sun Times in Palm Desert
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palm Desert?
Sunrise in Palm Desert on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palm Desert?
Sunset in Palm Desert on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:13 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palm Desert?
Morning golden hour in Palm Desert ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Palm Desert?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Palm Desert there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palm Desert?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palm Desert at 12:46 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 Palm Desert?
In Palm Desert, sunset is at 7:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:40 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palm Desert?
Twilight in Palm Desert lasts approximately 87 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 Palm Desert?
The earliest sunrise in Palm Desert in 2026 is at 5:34 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 Palm Desert?
The latest sunset in Palm Desert in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 26 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palm Desert?
After sunset at 7:13 PM in Palm Desert, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:40 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palm Desert on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 23m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:50 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:42 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 56m |
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