Sun Times in Rancho Mirage
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rancho Mirage?
Sunrise in Rancho Mirage on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rancho Mirage?
Sunset in Rancho Mirage on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:08 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rancho Mirage?
Morning golden hour in Rancho Mirage ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:35 PM.
How long is the day in Rancho Mirage?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Rancho Mirage there are 12 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rancho Mirage?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rancho Mirage at 12:44 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 Mirage?
In Rancho Mirage, sunset is at 7:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rancho Mirage?
Twilight in Rancho Mirage lasts approximately 86 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 Mirage?
The earliest sunrise in Rancho Mirage 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 Rancho Mirage?
The latest sunset in Rancho Mirage in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rancho Mirage?
After sunset at 7:08 PM in Rancho Mirage, civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rancho Mirage 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 Mirage
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rancho Mirage 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 11m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:29 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 | 6:43 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 56m |
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