Sun Times in Palos Verdes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palos Verdes?
Sunrise in Palos Verdes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palos Verdes?
Sunset in Palos Verdes on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:30 PM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palos Verdes?
Morning golden hour in Palos Verdes ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Palos Verdes?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Palos Verdes there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palos Verdes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palos Verdes at 12:13 PM (America/Mazatlan). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Palos Verdes?
In Palos Verdes, sunset is at 6:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (America/Mazatlan). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palos Verdes?
Twilight in Palos Verdes 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 Verdes?
The earliest sunrise in Palos Verdes in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 3 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palos Verdes?
The latest sunset in Palos Verdes in 2026 is at 7:08 PM on June 25 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palos Verdes?
After sunset at 6:30 PM in Palos Verdes, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (America/Mazatlan).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palos Verdes 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 Verdes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palos Verdes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:01 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 44m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:51 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 46m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 23m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 43m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 34m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 34m |
| November | 6:31 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 54m |
| December | 6:52 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 34m |
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