Fullerton Sunrise & Sunset in January 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Fullerton, California throughout January 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. January marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in January 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 Fullerton use January'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 Fullerton during January 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 January 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.

Key January Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: January 1 at 6:57 AM
  • Latest sunrise: January 31 at 6:51 AM
  • Earliest sunset: January 1 at 4:54 PM
  • Latest sunset: January 31 at 5:21 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 34m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for January 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jan 16:57 AM4:54 PM9h 56m6:57 AM - 7:36 AM4:15 PM - 4:54 PM
Jan 26:58 AM4:54 PM9h 57m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:16 PM - 4:54 PM
Jan 36:58 AM4:55 PM9h 57m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:17 PM - 4:55 PM
Jan 46:58 AM4:56 PM9h 58m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:18 PM - 4:56 PM
Jan 56:58 AM4:57 PM9h 59m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:19 PM - 4:57 PM
Jan 66:58 AM4:57 PM9h 59m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:20 PM - 4:57 PM
Jan 76:58 AM4:58 PM10h 0m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:20 PM - 4:58 PM
Jan 86:58 AM4:59 PM10h 1m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:21 PM - 4:59 PM
Jan 96:58 AM5:00 PM10h 2m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:22 PM - 5:00 PM
Jan 106:58 AM5:01 PM10h 3m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:23 PM - 5:01 PM
Jan 116:58 AM5:02 PM10h 4m6:58 AM - 7:36 AM4:24 PM - 5:02 PM
Jan 126:58 AM5:03 PM10h 5m6:58 AM - 7:35 AM4:25 PM - 5:03 PM
Jan 136:58 AM5:03 PM10h 6m6:58 AM - 7:35 AM4:26 PM - 5:03 PM
Jan 14(Today)6:58 AM5:04 PM10h 7m6:58 AM - 7:35 AM4:27 PM - 5:04 PM
Jan 156:58 AM5:05 PM10h 8m6:58 AM - 7:35 AM4:28 PM - 5:05 PM
Jan 166:57 AM5:06 PM10h 9m6:57 AM - 7:34 AM4:29 PM - 5:06 PM
Jan 176:57 AM5:07 PM10h 10m6:57 AM - 7:34 AM4:30 PM - 5:07 PM
Jan 186:57 AM5:08 PM10h 11m6:57 AM - 7:34 AM4:31 PM - 5:08 PM
Jan 196:56 AM5:09 PM10h 13m6:56 AM - 7:33 AM4:32 PM - 5:09 PM
Jan 206:56 AM5:10 PM10h 14m6:56 AM - 7:33 AM4:33 PM - 5:10 PM
Jan 216:56 AM5:11 PM10h 15m6:56 AM - 7:33 AM4:34 PM - 5:11 PM
Jan 226:55 AM5:12 PM10h 17m6:55 AM - 7:32 AM4:35 PM - 5:12 PM
Jan 236:55 AM5:13 PM10h 18m6:55 AM - 7:32 AM4:36 PM - 5:13 PM
Jan 246:55 AM5:14 PM10h 19m6:55 AM - 7:31 AM4:37 PM - 5:14 PM
Jan 256:54 AM5:15 PM10h 21m6:54 AM - 7:30 AM4:38 PM - 5:15 PM
Jan 266:54 AM5:16 PM10h 22m6:54 AM - 7:30 AM4:40 PM - 5:16 PM
Jan 276:53 AM5:17 PM10h 24m6:53 AM - 7:29 AM4:41 PM - 5:17 PM
Jan 286:52 AM5:18 PM10h 25m6:52 AM - 7:29 AM4:42 PM - 5:18 PM
Jan 296:52 AM5:19 PM10h 27m6:52 AM - 7:28 AM4:43 PM - 5:19 PM
Jan 306:51 AM5:20 PM10h 29m6:51 AM - 7:27 AM4:44 PM - 5:20 PM
Jan 316:51 AM5:21 PM10h 30m6:51 AM - 7:26 AM4:45 PM - 5:21 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Fullerton in January

Today, the sun rises at 6:58 AM and sets at 5:04 PM, giving about 10h 7m hours of daylight. Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through January as we move closer to the solstice.

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 January.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Fullerton, California in January?

Today, the sun rises in Fullerton, California at 6:58 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout January, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Fullerton, California in January?

Today, the sun sets in Fullerton, California at 5:04 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout January, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Fullerton, California in January?

Today's daylight in Fullerton, California lasts about 10h 7m. As we move through January, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Fullerton, California?

Golden hour in Fullerton, 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.

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.