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Sun Times in Sierra Madre
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sierra Madre?
Sunrise in Sierra Madre on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sierra Madre?
Sunset in Sierra Madre on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:16 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sierra Madre?
Morning golden hour in Sierra Madre ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:43 PM.
How long is the day in Sierra Madre?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Sierra Madre there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sierra Madre?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sierra Madre at 12:51 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 Sierra Madre?
In Sierra Madre, sunset is at 7:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:43 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sierra Madre?
Twilight in Sierra Madre 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 Sierra Madre?
The earliest sunrise in Sierra Madre in 2026 is at 5:39 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 Sierra Madre?
The latest sunset in Sierra Madre in 2026 is at 8:08 PM on June 29 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sierra Madre?
After sunset at 7:16 PM in Sierra Madre, civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:43 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sierra Madre 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 Sierra Madre
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sierra Madre on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 08m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 57m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 13m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:57 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 6:50 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 53m |