Berkeley Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026
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Last updated: February 23, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Berkeley, California throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. March marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in March offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Berkeley use March's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Berkeley during March depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during March 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.
March is a seasonal transition month for Berkeley in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.
March daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 15m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 1h 28m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 13m longer by month end.
Key March Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 6:43 AM
- Latest sunrise: March 31 at 6:58 AM
- Earliest sunset: March 1 at 6:02 PM
- Latest sunset: March 31 at 7:30 PM
- Day length change: +1h 13m from start to end of month
March averages
- Average sunrise: 7:05 AM
- Average sunset: 7:01 PM
- Average day length: 11h 56m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for March 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | 6:43 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 19m | 6:43 AM - 7:18 AM | 5:27 PM - 6:02 PM |
| Mar 2 | 6:42 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 21m | 6:42 AM - 7:17 AM | 5:28 PM - 6:03 PM |
| Mar 3 | 6:40 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 24m | 6:40 AM - 7:16 AM | 5:29 PM - 6:04 PM |
| Mar 4 | 6:39 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 26m | 6:39 AM - 7:14 AM | 5:30 PM - 6:05 PM |
| Mar 5 | 6:37 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 29m | 6:37 AM - 7:13 AM | 5:31 PM - 6:06 PM |
| Mar 6 | 6:36 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 31m | 6:36 AM - 7:11 AM | 5:32 PM - 6:07 PM |
| Mar 7 | 6:35 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 34m | 6:35 AM - 7:10 AM | 5:33 PM - 6:08 PM |
| Mar 8 | 6:33 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 36m | 6:33 AM - 7:08 AM | 5:34 PM - 6:09 PM |
| Mar 9 | 7:32 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 38m | 7:32 AM - 8:07 AM | 6:35 PM - 7:10 PM |
| Mar 10 | 7:30 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 41m | 7:30 AM - 8:05 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:11 PM |
| Mar 11 | 7:29 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 43m | 7:29 AM - 8:04 AM | 6:37 PM - 7:12 PM |
| Mar 12 | 7:27 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 46m | 7:27 AM - 8:02 AM | 6:38 PM - 7:13 PM |
| Mar 13 | 7:26 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 48m | 7:26 AM - 8:00 AM | 6:39 PM - 7:14 PM |
| Mar 14 | 7:24 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 51m | 7:24 AM - 7:59 AM | 6:40 PM - 7:15 PM |
| Mar 15 | 7:23 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 53m | 7:23 AM - 7:57 AM | 6:41 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Mar 16 | 7:21 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 56m | 7:21 AM - 7:56 AM | 6:42 PM - 7:17 PM |
| Mar 17 | 7:20 AM | 7:18 PM | 11h 58m | 7:20 AM - 7:54 AM | 6:43 PM - 7:18 PM |
| Mar 18 | 7:18 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 1m | 7:18 AM - 7:53 AM | 6:44 PM - 7:19 PM |
| Mar 19 | 7:16 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 3m | 7:16 AM - 7:51 AM | 6:45 PM - 7:19 PM |
| Mar 20 | 7:15 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 5m | 7:15 AM - 7:50 AM | 6:46 PM - 7:20 PM |
| Mar 21 | 7:13 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 8m | 7:13 AM - 7:48 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:21 PM |
| Mar 22 | 7:12 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 10m | 7:12 AM - 7:46 AM | 6:48 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Mar 23 | 7:10 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 13m | 7:10 AM - 7:45 AM | 6:48 PM - 7:23 PM |
| Mar 24 | 7:09 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 15m | 7:09 AM - 7:43 AM | 6:49 PM - 7:24 PM |
| Mar 25 | 7:07 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 18m | 7:07 AM - 7:42 AM | 6:50 PM - 7:25 PM |
| Mar 26 | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m | 7:06 AM - 7:40 AM | 6:51 PM - 7:26 PM |
| Mar 27 | 7:04 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 23m | 7:04 AM - 7:39 AM | 6:52 PM - 7:27 PM |
| Mar 28 | 7:03 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 25m | 7:03 AM - 7:37 AM | 6:53 PM - 7:28 PM |
| Mar 29 | 7:01 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 28m | 7:01 AM - 7:36 AM | 6:54 PM - 7:29 PM |
| Mar 30 | 7:00 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 30m | 7:00 AM - 7:34 AM | 6:55 PM - 7:29 PM |
| Mar 31 | 6:58 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 32m | 6:58 AM - 7:33 AM | 6:56 PM - 7:30 PM |
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Berkeley in March
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through March as we move through 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 March.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Berkeley, California in March?
Today, the sun rises in Berkeley, California at 6:50 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Berkeley, California in March?
Today, the sun sets in Berkeley, California at 5:57 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Berkeley, California in March?
Today's daylight in Berkeley, California lasts about 11h 7m. As we move through March, 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.
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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.