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Sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles, United States
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:56 AM–7:30 AM and 5:50 PM–6:24 PM
Times are local time in Los Angeles. Current time in Los Angeles →
Sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:48 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 50m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:59 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 21m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:13 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 48m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:27 AM | 4:50 PM | 10h 24m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:41 AM | 4:45 PM | 10h 3m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:52 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 54m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 6:59 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 56m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:59 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 8m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:51 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 32m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:39 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 58m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 27m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:05 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 56m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:41 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 33m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 1m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 32m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:52 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 55m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:44 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 16m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:42 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 25m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:46 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 23m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:53 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 13m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 50m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:15 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 26m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:27 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 54m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 25m |
Calculated for 34.05°N, 118.24°W, including daylight saving time where Los Angeles uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Los Angeles this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 26m)
- Shortest day: December 21 (9h 53m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:42 AM on June 6
- Latest sunset: 8:09 PM on June 23
Questions
What time is sunrise in Los Angeles today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:56 AM and sets at 6:24 PM in Los Angeles, giving 11 hours 28 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Los Angeles?
The longest day in Los Angeles in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 26 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Los Angeles?
The shortest day in Los Angeles in 2026 is December 21, with 9 hours 53 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Los Angeles?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:42 AM on June 6, and the latest sunset is 8:09 PM on June 23. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Los Angeles?
Today, golden hour in Los Angeles is from sunrise (6:56 AM) to 7:30 AM in the morning, and from 5:50 PM to sunset (6:24 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.