Sun Times in San Luis Obispo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in San Luis Obispo?
Sunrise in San Luis Obispo on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in San Luis Obispo?
Sunset in San Luis Obispo on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in San Luis Obispo?
Morning golden hour in San Luis Obispo ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in San Luis Obispo?
On Thursday, August 13, 2026 in San Luis Obispo there are 13 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in San Luis Obispo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in San Luis Obispo at 1:07 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 San Luis Obispo?
In San Luis Obispo, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in San Luis Obispo?
Twilight in San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo?
The earliest sunrise in San Luis Obispo in 2026 is at 5:47 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 San Luis Obispo?
The latest sunset in San Luis Obispo in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 23 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in San Luis Obispo?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in San Luis Obispo, civil twilight ends at 8:19 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in San Luis Obispo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 02m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 32m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 18m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 48m |
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