Berkeley Sunrise & Sunset in July 2026

PST37.8715°N, 122.2730°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Berkeley, California throughout July 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of July in Berkeley reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During July, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Berkeley benefit from accurate July sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding July's sun time patterns in Berkeley, California enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. The daily variations in sun times during July may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

July falls in summer for Berkeley in the Northern Hemisphere. Days are long and sunrises are early at about 37.9° latitude, with sunset times staying later into the evening.

July daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 20m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 15m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 35m shorter by month end.

Key July Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: July 1 at 5:51 AM
  • Latest sunrise: July 31 at 6:11 AM
  • Earliest sunset: July 1 at 8:36 PM
  • Latest sunset: July 31 at 8:21 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 35m from start to end of month

July averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:00 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:31 PM
  • Average day length: 14h 31m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

Sunrise Trend
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Daily Sun Times for July 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jul 15:51 AM8:36 PM14h 45m5:51 AM - 6:30 AM7:57 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 25:51 AM8:36 PM14h 45m5:51 AM - 6:30 AM7:57 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 35:52 AM8:36 PM14h 44m5:52 AM - 6:31 AM7:57 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 45:52 AM8:36 PM14h 44m5:52 AM - 6:31 AM7:57 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 55:53 AM8:36 PM14h 43m5:53 AM - 6:32 AM7:57 PM - 8:36 PM
Jul 65:53 AM8:35 PM14h 42m5:53 AM - 6:32 AM7:56 PM - 8:35 PM
Jul 75:54 AM8:35 PM14h 41m5:54 AM - 6:33 AM7:56 PM - 8:35 PM
Jul 85:54 AM8:35 PM14h 41m5:54 AM - 6:33 AM7:56 PM - 8:35 PM
Jul 95:55 AM8:35 PM14h 40m5:55 AM - 6:34 AM7:56 PM - 8:35 PM
Jul 105:56 AM8:34 PM14h 39m5:56 AM - 6:34 AM7:56 PM - 8:34 PM
Jul 115:56 AM8:34 PM14h 38m5:56 AM - 6:35 AM7:55 PM - 8:34 PM
Jul 125:57 AM8:34 PM14h 37m5:57 AM - 6:35 AM7:55 PM - 8:34 PM
Jul 135:57 AM8:33 PM14h 36m5:57 AM - 6:36 AM7:55 PM - 8:33 PM
Jul 145:58 AM8:33 PM14h 35m5:58 AM - 6:37 AM7:54 PM - 8:33 PM
Jul 155:59 AM8:32 PM14h 33m5:59 AM - 6:37 AM7:54 PM - 8:32 PM
Jul 166:00 AM8:32 PM14h 32m6:00 AM - 6:38 AM7:53 PM - 8:32 PM
Jul 176:00 AM8:31 PM14h 31m6:00 AM - 6:39 AM7:53 PM - 8:31 PM
Jul 186:01 AM8:31 PM14h 30m6:01 AM - 6:39 AM7:52 PM - 8:31 PM
Jul 196:02 AM8:30 PM14h 28m6:02 AM - 6:40 AM7:52 PM - 8:30 PM
Jul 206:02 AM8:30 PM14h 27m6:02 AM - 6:41 AM7:51 PM - 8:30 PM
Jul 216:03 AM8:29 PM14h 26m6:03 AM - 6:41 AM7:51 PM - 8:29 PM
Jul 226:04 AM8:28 PM14h 24m6:04 AM - 6:42 AM7:50 PM - 8:28 PM
Jul 236:05 AM8:28 PM14h 23m6:05 AM - 6:43 AM7:50 PM - 8:28 PM
Jul 246:06 AM8:27 PM14h 21m6:06 AM - 6:43 AM7:49 PM - 8:27 PM
Jul 256:06 AM8:26 PM14h 20m6:06 AM - 6:44 AM7:48 PM - 8:26 PM
Jul 266:07 AM8:25 PM14h 18m6:07 AM - 6:45 AM7:48 PM - 8:25 PM
Jul 276:08 AM8:24 PM14h 16m6:08 AM - 6:46 AM7:47 PM - 8:24 PM
Jul 286:09 AM8:24 PM14h 15m6:09 AM - 6:46 AM7:46 PM - 8:24 PM
Jul 296:10 AM8:23 PM14h 13m6:10 AM - 6:47 AM7:45 PM - 8:23 PM
Jul 306:11 AM8:22 PM14h 11m6:11 AM - 6:48 AM7:45 PM - 8:22 PM
Jul 316:11 AM8:21 PM14h 10m6:11 AM - 6:49 AM7:44 PM - 8:21 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Berkeley in July

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through July as we move farther from the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Berkeley, California, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in July.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Berkeley, California in July?

Today, the sun rises in Berkeley, California at 6:50 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Berkeley, California in July?

Today, the sun sets in Berkeley, California at 5:57 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout July, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Berkeley, California in July?

Today's daylight in Berkeley, California lasts about 11h 7m. As we move through July, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Berkeley, California?

Golden hour in Berkeley, California refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

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How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.