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Sun Times in Palos Verdes Estates
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palos Verdes Estates?
Sunrise in Palos Verdes Estates on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palos Verdes Estates?
Sunset in Palos Verdes Estates on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:39 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palos Verdes Estates?
Morning golden hour in Palos Verdes Estates ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Palos Verdes Estates?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Palos Verdes Estates there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palos Verdes Estates?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palos Verdes Estates at 12:58 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 Palos Verdes Estates?
In Palos Verdes Estates, sunset is at 7:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palos Verdes Estates?
Twilight in Palos Verdes Estates lasts approximately 91 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 Estates?
The earliest sunrise in Palos Verdes Estates in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 5 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palos Verdes Estates?
The latest sunset in Palos Verdes Estates in 2026 is at 8:08 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palos Verdes Estates?
After sunset at 7:39 PM in Palos Verdes Estates, civil twilight ends at 8:06 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:10 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palos Verdes Estates 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 Estates
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palos Verdes Estates on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 6:51 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 55m |