Sunrise and Sunset times in Santa Cruz, United States 
Today:
 Sunrise: 07:05:50
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 Sunset: 16:51:17
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Day Length: 9h 45m 27s
Time zone: America/Los_Angeles, UTC -8 h.
Latitude: 36.9789, Longitude: -122.035
Santa Cruz
California, United States 
177 556 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Dec-01, Monday | 07:03:09 | 11:57:22 | 16:51:36 | 9h 48m 27s |
| 2025-Dec-02, Tuesday | 07:04:03 | 11:57:45 | 16:51:28 | 9h 47m 25s |
| 2025-Dec-03, Wednesday | 07:04:57 | 11:58:09 | 16:51:21 | 9h 46m 24s |
| 2025-Dec-04, Thursday | 07:05:50 | 11:58:34 | 16:51:17 | 9h 45m 27s |
| 2025-Dec-05, Friday | 07:06:43 | 11:58:58 | 16:51:14 | 9h 44m 31s |
| 2025-Dec-06, Saturday | 07:07:34 | 11:59:24 | 16:51:14 | 9h 43m 40s |
| 2025-Dec-07, Sunday | 07:08:24 | 11:59:50 | 16:51:16 | 9h 42m 52s |
| 2025-Dec-08, Monday | 07:09:13 | 12:00:16 | 16:51:20 | 9h 42m 7s |
| 2025-Dec-09, Tuesday | 07:10:00 | 12:00:43 | 16:51:26 | 9h 41m 26s |
| 2025-Dec-10, Wednesday | 07:10:47 | 12:01:10 | 16:51:34 | 9h 40m 47s |
| 2025-Dec-11, Thursday | 07:11:32 | 12:01:38 | 16:51:44 | 9h 40m 12s |
| 2025-Dec-12, Friday | 07:12:16 | 12:02:06 | 16:51:56 | 9h 39m 40s |
| 2025-Dec-13, Saturday | 07:12:59 | 12:02:34 | 16:52:10 | 9h 39m 11s |
| 2025-Dec-14, Sunday | 07:13:40 | 12:03:03 | 16:52:26 | 9h 38m 46s |
| 2025-Dec-15, Monday | 07:14:20 | 12:03:32 | 16:52:44 | 9h 38m 24s |
| 2025-Dec-16, Tuesday | 07:14:59 | 12:04:01 | 16:53:04 | 9h 38m 5s |
| 2025-Dec-17, Wednesday | 07:15:35 | 12:04:31 | 16:53:26 | 9h 37m 51s |
| 2025-Dec-18, Thursday | 07:16:11 | 12:05:00 | 16:53:50 | 9h 37m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-19, Friday | 07:16:44 | 12:05:30 | 16:54:15 | 9h 37m 31s |
| 2025-Dec-20, Saturday | 07:17:16 | 12:06:00 | 16:54:43 | 9h 37m 27s |
| 2025-Dec-21, Sunday | 07:17:47 | 12:06:29 | 16:55:12 | 9h 37m 25s |
| 2025-Dec-22, Monday | 07:18:15 | 12:06:59 | 16:55:43 | 9h 37m 28s |
| 2025-Dec-23, Tuesday | 07:18:42 | 12:07:29 | 16:56:16 | 9h 37m 34s |
| 2025-Dec-24, Wednesday | 07:19:07 | 12:07:59 | 16:56:51 | 9h 37m 44s |
| 2025-Dec-25, Thursday | 07:19:30 | 12:08:29 | 16:57:27 | 9h 37m 57s |
| 2025-Dec-26, Friday | 07:19:52 | 12:08:58 | 16:58:05 | 9h 38m 13s |
| 2025-Dec-27, Saturday | 07:20:11 | 12:09:28 | 16:58:44 | 9h 38m 33s |
| 2025-Dec-28, Sunday | 07:20:29 | 12:09:57 | 16:59:25 | 9h 38m 56s |
| 2025-Dec-29, Monday | 07:20:44 | 12:10:26 | 17:00:08 | 9h 39m 24s |
| 2025-Dec-30, Tuesday | 07:20:58 | 12:10:55 | 17:00:52 | 9h 39m 54s |
| 2025-Dec-31, Wednesday | 07:21:10 | 12:11:23 | 17:01:37 | 9h 40m 27s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks