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Sun Times in Sutter Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sutter Creek?
Sunrise in Sutter Creek on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sutter Creek?
Sunset in Sutter Creek on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:31 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sutter Creek?
Morning golden hour in Sutter Creek ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Sutter Creek?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Sutter Creek there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sutter Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sutter Creek at 1:02 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 Sutter Creek?
In Sutter Creek, sunset is at 7:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sutter Creek?
Twilight in Sutter Creek lasts approximately 92 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 Sutter Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Sutter Creek in 2026 is at 5:38 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 Sutter Creek?
The latest sunset in Sutter Creek in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sutter Creek?
After sunset at 7:31 PM in Sutter Creek, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sutter Creek 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 Sutter Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sutter Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 48m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 50m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 35m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 30m |