Sun Times in Fresno
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fresno?
Sunrise in Fresno on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fresno?
Sunset in Fresno on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fresno?
Morning golden hour in Fresno ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:20 PM.
How long is the day in Fresno?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Fresno there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fresno?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fresno at 1:24 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fresno?
In Fresno, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fresno?
Twilight in Fresno lasts approximately 83 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 Fresno?
The earliest sunrise in Fresno in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Fresno?
The latest sunset in Fresno in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 22 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fresno?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Fresno, civil twilight ends at 8:17 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:16 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fresno 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 Fresno
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fresno on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 16m |
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