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Fresno, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Fresno? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Fresno, 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.

Fresno Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:31 AM – 7:06 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles

Sunrise times by month in Fresno

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:11 AM5:07 PM9h 55m
February6:48 AM5:40 PM10h 51m
March7:11 AM7:07 PM11h 55m
April6:26 AM7:34 PM13h 7m
May5:52 AM8:00 PM14h 7m
June5:41 AM8:20 PM14h 39m
July5:53 AM8:19 PM14h 26m
August6:17 AM7:52 PM13h 34m
September6:42 AM7:08 PM12h 26m
October7:07 AM6:24 PM11h 16m
November6:38 AM4:51 PM10h 13m
December7:05 AM4:45 PM9h 39m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Fresno today?

Today's sunrise in Fresno, United States is at 6:31 AM, giving 12h 57m of daylight before sunset at 7:29 PM.

What time is first light in Fresno today?

First light in Fresno begins at 6:05 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:31 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Fresno?

The morning golden hour in Fresno runs 6:31 AM – 7:06 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 Fresno?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:31 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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