Sun Times in Modesto
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Modesto?
Sunrise in Modesto on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:27 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Modesto?
Sunset in Modesto on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Modesto?
Morning golden hour in Modesto ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Modesto?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Modesto there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Modesto?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Modesto at 1:06 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 Modesto?
In Modesto, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:17 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Modesto?
Twilight in Modesto lasts approximately 94 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 Modesto?
The earliest sunrise in Modesto in 2026 is at 5:41 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 Modesto?
The latest sunset in Modesto in 2026 is at 8:29 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Modesto?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Modesto, civil twilight ends at 8:11 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:17 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Modesto 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 Modesto
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Modesto on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 45m |
| July | 5:54 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 30m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 35m |
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