San Jose Sunrise & Sunset: June 2026

June Sunrise & Sunset in San Jose: Complete Monthly Guide

In June 2026, San Jose has an average of 14h 42m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 05:49 at the start of the month to 05:51 at the end, while sunset shifts from 20:23 to 20:33.

June in San Jose brings long summer days with late sunsets. Average sunrise in June is 05:47 and average sunset is 20:31. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.

Day Length Variation in June

Day length in San Jose in June 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 San Jose's latitude of 37.3°, the rate of day length change in June is approximately 2 to 3 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in San Jose shifts by approximately 40 to 60 minutes over the course of June.

Golden Hour in San Jose in June

Golden hour in San Jose in June 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 Juneat San Jose's latitude of 37.3°, golden hour lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes.

For photographers planning shoots in San Jose in June: 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 June begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.

Blue Hour and Twilight in San Jose in June

Civil twilight in San Jose in June 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 San Jose in June 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 June in San Jose

Shooting in San Jose in June requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in June:

• 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 June, San Jose'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 June table for San Jose are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of San Jose (37.3382°, -121.8863°) 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: June Sunrise & Sunset in San Jose

What is the average sunrise time in San Jose in June?

The average sunrise time in San Jose in June 2026 is approximately 05:47. This is based on the mid-month calculation for San Jose at latitude 37.34° and longitude -121.89°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 05:49 on the first of the month to 05:51 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.

How many hours of daylight does San Jose get in June?

San Jose receives an average of 14h 42m of daylight per day in June 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 14h 34m on the first of the month to 14h 42m on the last day.

What is the earliest sunrise in San Jose in June?

The earliest sunrise in San Jose in June 2026 occurs on 2026-06-10 at 05:47. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-06-30 at 05:51.

What time is golden hour in San Jose in June?

Golden hour in San Jose in June occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (05:47 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (20:31 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.

Is June a good time to photograph sunrise in San Jose?

June offers very early sunrise times in San Jose, which requires early wake-ups for photographers. However, the long days provide multiple shooting opportunities and the sun angle during golden hour is favorable for warm, directional light. Budget around 05:47 for your alarm.

When does civil twilight start in San Jose in June?

Civil twilight in San Jose in June begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At San Jose's latitude of 37.3°, civil twilight in June starts around 05:22 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.