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Sun Times in Searles Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Searles Valley?
Sunrise in Searles Valley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Searles Valley?
Sunset in Searles Valley on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Searles Valley?
Morning golden hour in Searles Valley ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Searles Valley?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Searles Valley there are 13 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Searles Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Searles Valley at 12:54 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 Searles Valley?
In Searles Valley, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:14 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Searles Valley?
Twilight in Searles Valley lasts approximately 94 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 Searles Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Searles Valley in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 12 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Searles Valley?
The latest sunset in Searles Valley in 2026 is at 8:09 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Searles Valley?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Searles Valley, civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:14 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Searles Valley 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 Searles Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Searles Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 01m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 34m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 21m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:42 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 6:52 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 45m |