Sacramento Sunrise & Sunset in September 2026
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Last updated: March 3, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Sacramento, California throughout September 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During September, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in September, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Sacramento depend on September's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in September brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Sacramento, California. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. 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.
September is a seasonal transition month for Sacramento 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.
September daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 26m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 46m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 11m shorter by month end.
Key September Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: September 1 at 6:35 AM
- Latest sunrise: September 30 at 7:01 AM
- Earliest sunset: September 1 at 7:39 PM
- Latest sunset: September 30 at 6:53 PM
- Day length change: -2h 11m from start to end of month
September averages
- Average sunrise: 6:48 AM
- Average sunset: 7:17 PM
- Average day length: 12h 29m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for September 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1 | 6:35 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 4m | 6:35 AM - 7:11 AM | 7:04 PM - 7:39 PM |
| Sep 2 | 6:36 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 2m | 6:36 AM - 7:12 AM | 7:02 PM - 7:38 PM |
| Sep 3 | 6:37 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 59m | 6:37 AM - 7:12 AM | 7:01 PM - 7:36 PM |
| Sep 4 | 6:38 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 57m | 6:38 AM - 7:13 AM | 6:59 PM - 7:35 PM |
| Sep 5 | 6:39 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 54m | 6:39 AM - 7:14 AM | 6:58 PM - 7:33 PM |
| Sep 6 | 6:40 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 52m | 6:40 AM - 7:15 AM | 6:56 PM - 7:32 PM |
| Sep 7 | 6:41 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 50m | 6:41 AM - 7:16 AM | 6:55 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Sep 8 | 6:41 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 47m | 6:41 AM - 7:17 AM | 6:53 PM - 7:29 PM |
| Sep 9 | 6:42 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 45m | 6:42 AM - 7:17 AM | 6:52 PM - 7:27 PM |
| Sep 10 | 6:43 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 42m | 6:43 AM - 7:18 AM | 6:50 PM - 7:25 PM |
| Sep 11 | 6:44 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 40m | 6:44 AM - 7:19 AM | 6:49 PM - 7:24 PM |
| Sep 12 | 6:45 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 37m | 6:45 AM - 7:20 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Sep 13 | 6:46 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 35m | 6:46 AM - 7:21 AM | 6:46 PM - 7:21 PM |
| Sep 14 | 6:47 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 32m | 6:47 AM - 7:22 AM | 6:44 PM - 7:19 PM |
| Sep 15 | 6:48 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 30m | 6:48 AM - 7:23 AM | 6:42 PM - 7:17 PM |
| Sep 16 | 6:48 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m | 6:48 AM - 7:23 AM | 6:41 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Sep 17 | 6:49 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 25m | 6:49 AM - 7:24 AM | 6:39 PM - 7:14 PM |
| Sep 18 | 6:50 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 23m | 6:50 AM - 7:25 AM | 6:38 PM - 7:13 PM |
| Sep 19 | 6:51 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 20m | 6:51 AM - 7:26 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:11 PM |
| Sep 20 | 6:52 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 18m | 6:52 AM - 7:27 AM | 6:34 PM - 7:09 PM |
| Sep 21 | 6:53 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 15m | 6:53 AM - 7:28 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:08 PM |
| Sep 22 | 6:54 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 13m | 6:54 AM - 7:29 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Sep 23 | 6:54 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 10m | 6:54 AM - 7:29 AM | 6:30 PM - 7:05 PM |
| Sep 24 | 6:55 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 8m | 6:55 AM - 7:30 AM | 6:28 PM - 7:03 PM |
| Sep 25 | 6:56 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 5m | 6:56 AM - 7:31 AM | 6:26 PM - 7:01 PM |
| Sep 26 | 6:57 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 3m | 6:57 AM - 7:32 AM | 6:25 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Sep 27 | 6:58 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 0m | 6:58 AM - 7:33 AM | 6:23 PM - 6:58 PM |
| Sep 28 | 6:59 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 58m | 6:59 AM - 7:34 AM | 6:21 PM - 6:57 PM |
| Sep 29 | 7:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 55m | 7:00 AM - 7:35 AM | 6:20 PM - 6:55 PM |
| Sep 30 | 7:01 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 53m | 7:01 AM - 7:36 AM | 6:18 PM - 6:53 PM |
Last updated: March 3, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Sacramento 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 Sacramento, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sacramento, California in September?
Today, the sun rises in Sacramento, California at 6:36 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Sacramento, California in September?
Today, the sun sets in Sacramento, California at 6:02 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Sacramento, California in September?
Today's daylight in Sacramento, California lasts about 11h 25m. As we move through September, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Sacramento, California?
Golden hour in Sacramento, 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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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.