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Sun Times in South Taft
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Taft?
Sunrise in South Taft on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Taft?
Sunset in South Taft on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Taft?
Morning golden hour in South Taft ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in South Taft?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in South Taft there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Taft?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Taft at 12:57 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 South Taft?
In South Taft, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Taft?
Twilight in South Taft lasts approximately 87 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 South Taft?
The earliest sunrise in South Taft in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Taft?
The latest sunset in South Taft in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Taft?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in South Taft, civil twilight ends at 7:47 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:49 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Taft 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 South Taft
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Taft on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:32 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 48m |