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Lancaster, United States - Sunrise Time

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

Lancaster Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:26 AM – 7:00 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles

Sunrise times by month in Lancaster

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:00 AM5:05 PM10h 5m
February6:39 AM5:36 PM10h 57m
March7:04 AM7:01 PM11h 56m
April6:21 AM7:25 PM13h 3m
May5:50 AM7:49 PM13h 58m
June5:40 AM8:08 PM14h 28m
July5:51 AM8:07 PM14h 15m
August6:14 AM7:42 PM13h 28m
September6:36 AM7:01 PM12h 24m
October6:59 AM6:19 PM11h 20m
November6:27 AM4:49 PM10h 21m
December6:53 AM4:44 PM9h 50m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Lancaster today?

Today's sunrise in Lancaster, United States is at 6:26 AM, giving 12h 54m of daylight before sunset at 7:21 PM.

What time is first light in Lancaster today?

First light in Lancaster begins at 6:01 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:26 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Lancaster?

The morning golden hour in Lancaster runs 6:26 AM – 7:00 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 Lancaster?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:26 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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