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Sun Times in Rocklin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rocklin?
Sunrise in Rocklin on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rocklin?
Sunset in Rocklin on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:34 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rocklin?
Morning golden hour in Rocklin ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Rocklin?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Rocklin there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rocklin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rocklin at 1:04 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 Rocklin?
In Rocklin, sunset is at 7:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rocklin?
Twilight in Rocklin lasts approximately 93 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 Rocklin?
The earliest sunrise in Rocklin in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 7 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rocklin?
The latest sunset in Rocklin in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rocklin?
After sunset at 7:34 PM in Rocklin, civil twilight ends at 8:02 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rocklin 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 Rocklin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rocklin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 28m |