🇲🇽 Sunrise & Sunset in Palo Alto
Mexico • America/Mexico_City (UTC-6)
21.91801000°N, -101.96453000°E
📅 Today: Friday, July 31, 2026
🌅 About Sunrise & Sunset in Palo Alto
Sunrise and sunset times in Palo Alto are calculated based on the city's geographic coordinates (21.91801000°N, -101.96453000°E). The times shown above account for the Earth's rotation, axial tilt, and the city's position within the America/Mexico_City time zone. Daylight Saving Time transitions are automatically reflected when applicable.
☀️ Solar Noon
Solar noon in Palo Alto occurs at 18:54 today. This is the moment when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, casting the shortest shadows. Solar noon rarely coincides with clock noon (12:00 PM) due to the equation of time and the city's longitude within its time zone.
📏 Day Length
Today, the day length in Palo Alto is 13h 8m. Day length changes throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun. The longest days occur during the summer solstice, while the shortest days occur during the winter solstice. Equinoxes (around March 20 and September 22) have approximately equal day and night lengths.
🌙 Civil Twilight
Civil dawn in Palo Alto today begins at 11:56, and civil dusk ends at 01:52. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for most outdoor activities without artificial illumination. This period is commonly used for photography, aviation, and maritime navigation.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palo Alto today?
Sunrise in Palo Alto today is at 12:20. The sun rises in the east and the exact time varies throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit.
What time is sunset in Palo Alto today?
Sunset in Palo Alto today is at 01:28. Sunset times shift gradually throughout the year, with the latest sunsets typically occurring in summer.
How long is the day in Palo Alto today?
The day length in Palo Alto today is 13h 8m. Day length changes throughout the year — longest days in summer, shortest in winter.
What is solar noon in Palo Alto?
Solar noon in Palo Alto today is at 18:54. This is when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and casts the shortest shadow.
Does Palo Alto observe Daylight Saving Time?
Palo Alto uses the America/Mexico_City time zone. DST observance depends on local regulations. The times shown above reflect the current DST status automatically.
What are civil twilight times in Palo Alto?
Civil dawn in Palo Alto today is at 11:56 and civil dusk is at 01:52. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting.