Sun Times in Yosemite Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Yosemite Valley?
Sunrise in Yosemite Valley on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Yosemite Valley?
Sunset in Yosemite Valley on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Yosemite Valley?
Morning golden hour in Yosemite Valley ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Yosemite Valley?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Yosemite Valley there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Yosemite Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley?
In Yosemite Valley, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Yosemite Valley?
Twilight in Yosemite Valley lasts approximately 91 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 Yosemite Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Yosemite Valley in 2026 is at 5:35 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 Yosemite Valley?
The latest sunset in Yosemite Valley in 2026 is at 8:24 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Yosemite Valley?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in Yosemite Valley, civil twilight ends at 7:50 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Yosemite 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 Yosemite Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Yosemite Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 51m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 46m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 31m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 4:46 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 34m |
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