Sun Times in Rancho Calaveras
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rancho Calaveras?
Sunrise in Rancho Calaveras on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rancho Calaveras?
Sunset in Rancho Calaveras on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rancho Calaveras?
Morning golden hour in Rancho Calaveras ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Rancho Calaveras?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rancho Calaveras there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rancho Calaveras?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rancho Calaveras at 1:08 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 Rancho Calaveras?
In Rancho Calaveras, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rancho Calaveras?
Twilight in Rancho Calaveras lasts approximately 98 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 Rancho Calaveras?
The earliest sunrise in Rancho Calaveras in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rancho Calaveras?
The latest sunset in Rancho Calaveras in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rancho Calaveras?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Rancho Calaveras, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rancho Calaveras 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 Rancho Calaveras
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rancho Calaveras on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 15m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 48m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 07m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 32m |
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