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Sun Times in Willow Creek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Willow Creek?
Sunrise in Willow Creek on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Willow Creek?
Sunset in Willow Creek on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:45 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Willow Creek?
Morning golden hour in Willow Creek ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Willow Creek?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Willow Creek there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Willow Creek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Willow Creek at 1:14 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 Willow Creek?
In Willow Creek, sunset is at 7:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:21 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Willow Creek?
Twilight in Willow Creek lasts approximately 96 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 Willow Creek?
The earliest sunrise in Willow Creek in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on June 7 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Willow Creek?
The latest sunset in Willow Creek in 2026 is at 8:50 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Willow Creek?
After sunset at 7:45 PM in Willow Creek, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:21 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Willow 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 Willow Creek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Willow Creek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 35m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:55 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 15m |