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Chico, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Chico? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Chico, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Chico Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:36 AM – 7:12 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles

Sunrise times by month in Chico

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:27 AM5:08 PM9h 40m
February7:01 AM5:44 PM10h 43m
March7:20 AM7:15 PM11h 54m
April6:30 AM7:46 PM13h 15m
May5:54 AM8:16 PM14h 21m
June5:40 AM8:38 PM14h 58m
July5:53 AM8:35 PM14h 42m
August6:20 AM8:05 PM13h 44m
September6:49 AM7:18 PM12h 28m
October7:18 AM6:29 PM11h 11m
November6:53 AM4:53 PM10h 0m
December7:22 AM4:45 PM9h 22m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Chico today?

Today's sunrise in Chico, United States is at 6:36 AM, giving 13h 3m of daylight before sunset at 7:40 PM.

What time is first light in Chico today?

First light in Chico begins at 6:09 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:36 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Chico?

The morning golden hour in Chico runs 6:36 AM – 7:12 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Chico?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:36 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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