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Sun Times in Glendale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Glendale?
Sunrise in Glendale on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Glendale?
Sunset in Glendale on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:43 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Glendale?
Morning golden hour in Glendale ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Glendale?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Glendale there are 13 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Glendale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Glendale at 1:03 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Glendale?
In Glendale, sunset is at 7:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Glendale?
Twilight in Glendale lasts approximately 95 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 Glendale?
The earliest sunrise in Glendale in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 8 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Glendale?
The latest sunset in Glendale in 2026 is at 8:30 PM on June 26 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Glendale?
After sunset at 7:43 PM in Glendale, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Glendale 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 Glendale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Glendale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 47m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 51m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:10 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 29m |