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Sunrise and sunset in Fresno, United States
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 7:05 AM–7:40 AM and 5:52 PM–6:27 PM
Times are local time in Fresno. Current time in Fresno →
Sunrise and sunset in Fresno through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:55 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 49m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 7:07 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 17m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:24 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 40m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:38 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 13m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:54 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 50m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 7:05 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 40m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:12 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 42m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:12 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 55m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:02 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 23m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:49 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 51m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:31 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 23m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:11 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 55m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 35m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:26 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 7m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:06 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 41m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:53 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 7m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:43 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 30m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:41 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 40m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:45 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 38m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:52 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 26m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 2m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:17 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 35m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 59m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:42 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 27m |
Calculated for 36.74°N, 119.79°W, including daylight saving time where Fresno uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Fresno this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 41m)
- Shortest day: December 21 (9h 38m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:41 AM on June 6
- Latest sunset: 8:23 PM on June 24
Questions
What time is sunrise in Fresno today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 7:05 AM and sets at 6:27 PM in Fresno, giving 11 hours 21 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Fresno?
The longest day in Fresno in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 41 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Fresno?
The shortest day in Fresno in 2026 is December 21, with 9 hours 38 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Fresno?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:41 AM on June 6, and the latest sunset is 8:23 PM on June 24. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Fresno?
Today, golden hour in Fresno is from sunrise (7:05 AM) to 7:40 AM in the morning, and from 5:52 PM to sunset (6:27 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.