Sun Times in Palos Altos
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palos Altos?
Sunrise in Palos Altos on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palos Altos?
Sunset in Palos Altos on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palos Altos?
Morning golden hour in Palos Altos ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Palos Altos?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Palos Altos there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palos Altos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palos Altos at 12:56 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 Palos Altos?
In Palos Altos, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:38 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palos Altos?
Twilight in Palos Altos lasts approximately 78 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 Palos Altos?
The earliest sunrise in Palos Altos in 2026 is at 6:10 AM on June 1 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palos Altos?
The latest sunset in Palos Altos in 2026 is at 7:37 PM on June 24 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palos Altos?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Palos Altos, civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:38 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palos Altos 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 Palos Altos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palos Altos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 00m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:15 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 08m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 24m |
| July | 6:20 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 17m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 50m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:48 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 09m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 52m |
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