Madera Sunrise & Sunset in September 2026

PST36.9613°N, 120.0607°W

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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

  • Earliest sunrise: September 1 at 6:31 AM
  • Latest sunrise: September 30 at 6:55 AM
  • Earliest sunset: September 1 at 7:32 PM
  • Latest sunset: September 30 at 6:48 PM
  • Day length change: -2h 8m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for September 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Sep 16:31 AM7:32 PM13h 1m6:31 AM - 7:06 AM6:57 PM - 7:32 PM
Sep 26:32 AM7:30 PM12h 58m6:32 AM - 7:07 AM6:56 PM - 7:30 PM
Sep 36:33 AM7:29 PM12h 56m6:33 AM - 7:07 AM6:54 PM - 7:29 PM
Sep 46:34 AM7:28 PM12h 54m6:34 AM - 7:08 AM6:53 PM - 7:28 PM
Sep 56:34 AM7:26 PM12h 52m6:34 AM - 7:09 AM6:52 PM - 7:26 PM
Sep 66:35 AM7:25 PM12h 49m6:35 AM - 7:10 AM6:50 PM - 7:25 PM
Sep 76:36 AM7:23 PM12h 47m6:36 AM - 7:10 AM6:49 PM - 7:23 PM
Sep 86:37 AM7:22 PM12h 45m6:37 AM - 7:11 AM6:47 PM - 7:22 PM
Sep 96:38 AM7:20 PM12h 42m6:38 AM - 7:12 AM6:46 PM - 7:20 PM
Sep 106:38 AM7:19 PM12h 40m6:38 AM - 7:13 AM6:44 PM - 7:19 PM
Sep 116:39 AM7:17 PM12h 38m6:39 AM - 7:14 AM6:43 PM - 7:17 PM
Sep 126:40 AM7:16 PM12h 35m6:40 AM - 7:14 AM6:41 PM - 7:16 PM
Sep 136:41 AM7:14 PM12h 33m6:41 AM - 7:15 AM6:40 PM - 7:14 PM
Sep 146:42 AM7:13 PM12h 31m6:42 AM - 7:16 AM6:38 PM - 7:13 PM
Sep 156:42 AM7:11 PM12h 29m6:42 AM - 7:17 AM6:37 PM - 7:11 PM
Sep 166:43 AM7:09 PM12h 26m6:43 AM - 7:17 AM6:35 PM - 7:09 PM
Sep 176:44 AM7:08 PM12h 24m6:44 AM - 7:18 AM6:34 PM - 7:08 PM
Sep 186:45 AM7:06 PM12h 22m6:45 AM - 7:19 AM6:32 PM - 7:06 PM
Sep 196:46 AM7:05 PM12h 19m6:46 AM - 7:20 AM6:31 PM - 7:05 PM
Sep 206:46 AM7:03 PM12h 17m6:46 AM - 7:21 AM6:29 PM - 7:03 PM
Sep 216:47 AM7:02 PM12h 15m6:47 AM - 7:21 AM6:28 PM - 7:02 PM
Sep 226:48 AM7:00 PM12h 12m6:48 AM - 7:22 AM6:26 PM - 7:00 PM
Sep 236:49 AM6:59 PM12h 10m6:49 AM - 7:23 AM6:24 PM - 6:59 PM
Sep 246:50 AM6:57 PM12h 7m6:50 AM - 7:24 AM6:23 PM - 6:57 PM
Sep 256:50 AM6:56 PM12h 5m6:50 AM - 7:25 AM6:21 PM - 6:56 PM
Sep 266:51 AM6:54 PM12h 3m6:51 AM - 7:26 AM6:20 PM - 6:54 PM
Sep 276:52 AM6:53 PM12h 0m6:52 AM - 7:26 AM6:18 PM - 6:53 PM
Sep 286:53 AM6:51 PM11h 58m6:53 AM - 7:27 AM6:17 PM - 6:51 PM
Sep 296:54 AM6:50 PM11h 56m6:54 AM - 7:28 AM6:15 PM - 6:50 PM
Sep 306:55 AM6:48 PM11h 53m6:55 AM - 7:29 AM6:14 PM - 6:48 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Madera in September

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through September as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Madera, 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 September.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Madera, California in September?

Today, the sun rises in Madera, California at 7:14 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Madera, California in September?

Today, the sun sets in Madera, California at 5:05 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Madera, California in September?

Today's daylight in Madera, California lasts about 9h 52m. As we move through September, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Madera, California?

Golden hour in Madera, 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.