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Sun Times in Oxnard
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oxnard?
Sunrise in Oxnard on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oxnard?
Sunset in Oxnard on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:32 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oxnard?
Morning golden hour in Oxnard ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in Oxnard?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Oxnard there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oxnard?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oxnard at 12:59 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 Oxnard?
In Oxnard, sunset is at 7:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:01 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oxnard?
Twilight in Oxnard lasts approximately 89 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 Oxnard?
The earliest sunrise in Oxnard in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 6 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oxnard?
The latest sunset in Oxnard in 2026 is at 8:12 PM on June 22 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oxnard?
After sunset at 7:32 PM in Oxnard, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:01 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oxnard 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 Oxnard
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oxnard on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 08m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 57m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 26m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 13m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 6:55 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 53m |