Long Beach Sunrise & Sunset: September 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Long Beach in September, sunrise averages 06:38 and sunset averages 18:59. Days are getting shorter through September at Long Beach's latitude of 33.8°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
06:38
Avg Sunset
18:59
Avg Daylight
12h 23m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Long Beach
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01 | Tue | 06:28 | 19:20 | 12h 52m |
| 09/02 | Wed | 06:28 | 19:19 | 12h 50m |
| 09/03 | Thu | 06:29 | 19:17 | 12h 48m |
| 09/04 | Fri | 06:30 | 19:16 | 12h 46m |
| 09/05 | Sat | 06:30 | 19:15 | 12h 44m |
| 09/06 | Sun | 06:31 | 19:13 | 12h 42m |
| 09/07 | Mon | 06:32 | 19:12 | 12h 40m |
| 09/08 | Tue | 06:32 | 19:11 | 12h 38m |
| 09/09 | Wed | 06:33 | 19:09 | 12h 36m |
| 09/10 | Thu | 06:34 | 19:08 | 12h 34m |
| 09/11 | Fri | 06:34 | 19:06 | 12h 32m |
| 09/12 | Sat | 06:35 | 19:05 | 12h 30m |
| 09/13 | Sun | 06:36 | 19:04 | 12h 28m |
| 09/14 | Mon | 06:36 | 19:02 | 12h 26m |
| 09/15 | Tue | 06:37 | 19:01 | 12h 24m |
| 09/16 | Wed | 06:38 | 18:59 | 12h 22m |
| 09/17 | Thu | 06:38 | 18:58 | 12h 20m |
| 09/18 | Fri | 06:39 | 18:57 | 12h 18m |
| 09/19 | Sat | 06:40 | 18:55 | 12h 16m |
| 09/20 | Sun | 06:40 | 18:54 | 12h 14m |
| 09/21 | Mon | 06:41 | 18:52 | 12h 11m |
| 09/22 | Tue | 06:42 | 18:51 | 12h 09m |
| 09/23 | Wed | 06:42 | 18:50 | 12h 07m |
| 09/24 | Thu | 06:43 | 18:48 | 12h 05m |
| 09/25 | Fri | 06:44 | 18:47 | 12h 03m |
| 09/26 | Sat | 06:44 | 18:45 | 12h 01m |
| 09/27 | Sun | 06:45 | 18:44 | 11h 59m |
| 09/28 | Mon | 06:46 | 18:43 | 11h 57m |
| 09/29 | Tue | 06:46 | 18:41 | 11h 55m |
| 09/30 | Wed | 06:47 | 18:40 | 11h 53m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
September Sunrise & Sunset in Long Beach: Complete Monthly Guide
In September 2026, Long Beach has an average of 12h 23m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:28 at the start of the month to 06:47 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:20 to 18:40.
September in Long Beach brings shortening autumn days. Average sunrise in September is 06:38 and average sunset is 18:59. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.
Day Length Variation in September
Day length in Long Beach in September changes throughout the month. Near the solstices (June 21 for the northern hemisphere, December 21 for the southern hemisphere), day length changes very slowly, less than 1 minute per day. Near the equinoxes (March 20 and September 22), day length changes rapidly, gaining or losing 2 to 4 minutes per day depending on latitude.
At Long Beach's latitude of 33.8°, the rate of day length change in September is approximately 1 to 2 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Long Beach shifts by approximately 20 to 40 minutes over the course of September.
Golden Hour in Long Beach in September
Golden hour in Long Beach in September occurs twice each day: in the morning shortly after sunrise, and in the evening before sunset. The duration depends on the sun's angle of elevation above the horizon, which varies with latitude and month. In Septemberat Long Beach's latitude of 33.8°, golden hour lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Long Beach in September: plan to arrive at your location 30 to 40 minutes before the listed sunrise time to capture blue hour before golden hour begins. The transition from blue hour to golden hour creates the most dramatic color sequences. Evening golden hour in September begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.
Blue Hour and Twilight in Long Beach in September
Civil twilight in Long Beach in September begins before sunrise and ends after sunset, creating windows of usable natural light even outside the official sunrise-to-sunset window. Civil twilight occurs when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight spans 6 to 12 degrees below the horizon. Astronomical twilight spans 12 to 18 degrees below the horizon.
The total twilight window in Long Beach in September extends the usable light day by approximately 45 to 70 minutes beyond the sunrise-to-sunset window. This extended twilight is valuable for photographers who want to shoot in soft, diffused light without harsh shadows.
Photography Tips for September in Long Beach
Shooting in Long Beach in September requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in September:
- Blue hour: ISO 800 to 1,600; aperture f/8; shutter speed 10 to 30 seconds on tripod.
- Golden hour: ISO 100 to 400; aperture f/8 to f/16 for landscapes, or f/1.8 to f/2.8 for portraits; shutter speed 1/250 to 1/1,000s handheld.
- Post-sunrise (30 minutes after): ISO 100; aperture f/11; shutter speed 1/500 to 1/2,000s.
In September, Long Beach's weather patterns affect photography conditions. Check cloud cover forecasts the evening before a planned shoot: a thin layer of clouds above the horizon creates more dramatic golden and orange tones than a clear sky. Fully overcast conditions produce flat, diffused light that is good for portraits but lacks the dramatic quality of golden hour. Partly cloudy skies create the most dramatic conditions.
About This Monthly Sunrise Data
All sunrise and sunset times in this September table for Long Beach are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Long Beach (33.7701°, -118.1937°) and the local timezone (America/Los_Angeles). Times are accurate to within 1 minute and account for atmospheric refraction.
The times shown are for the center of the sun crossing the horizon. Sunrise is defined as the moment when the upper limb of the sun first appears above the mathematical horizon. Sunset is when the upper limb disappears below the horizon. Both definitions account for atmospheric refraction, which lifts the apparent position of the sun by approximately 0.5 to 1 degree near the horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions: September Sunrise & Sunset in Long Beach
What is the average sunrise time in Long Beach in September?
The average sunrise time in Long Beach in September 2026 is approximately 06:38. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Long Beach at latitude 33.77° and longitude -118.19°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:28 on the first of the month to 06:47 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Long Beach get in September?
Long Beach receives an average of 12h 23m of daylight per day in September 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 12h 52m on the first of the month to 11h 53m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Long Beach in September?
The earliest sunrise in Long Beach in September 2026 occurs on 2026-09-01 at 06:28. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-09-30 at 06:47.
What time is golden hour in Long Beach in September?
Golden hour in Long Beach in September occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (06:38 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (18:59 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.
Is September a good time to photograph sunrise in Long Beach?
September is a strong month for sunrise photography in Long Beach. Autumn light has a distinctive warm quality, sunrise at 06:38 is at a comfortable time, and the lower sun angle produces extended golden hour periods compared to summer.
When does civil twilight start in Long Beach in September?
Civil twilight in Long Beach in September begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Long Beach's latitude of 33.8°, civil twilight in September starts around 06:13 in the morning. Civil twilight provides enough light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting and is considered the beginning of the usable photography window each day.