Mallard Island Ferry Wharf Sunrise & Sunset
Monday, September 14 at Mallard Island Ferry Wharf, California. There are 12h 29m of daylight, from sunrise at 6:48 AM to sunset at 7:17 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Mallard Island Ferry Wharf.
Daylight by month in Mallard Island Ferry Wharf
How sunrise, sunset, and the length of the day change across 2026 at this latitude. Times are for the 15th of each month.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7:23 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 49m | |
| Feb | 6:58 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 48m | |
| Mar | 7:19 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 56m | |
| Apr | 6:32 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 11m | |
| May | 5:57 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 14m | |
| JunLongest | 5:44 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 48m | |
| Jul | 5:57 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 33m | |
| Aug | 6:23 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 39m | |
| Sep | 6:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 27m | |
| Oct | 7:16 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 14m | |
| Nov | 6:48 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 07m | |
| DecShortest | 7:17 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 33m |
Longest day around June 21 (14h 49m), shortest around December 21 (9h 31m). That is a swing of 5h 18m across the year.
Time your day on the water
Sunrise, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional PATHR update. No spam.
Sunrise, sunset & daylight at Mallard Island Ferry Wharf
On the water, the light runs the day. First light is when you can start to see the channel; the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset is the soft golden light anglers and photographers wait for; and last light is your deadline to be back on the mooring. The times on this page are calculated for Mallard Island Ferry Wharf’s exact position and follow the local clock, daylight saving included.
Daylight is not fixed. It swings with the season, and how far it swings depends on latitude. Mallard Island Ferry Wharf runs from about 9h 31m at the shortest day to 14h 49m at the longest. Plan an early start against first light, line up the evening bite with the golden hour and sunset, and cross-check the Mallard Island Ferry Wharf tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Mallard Island Ferry Wharf today?+
On Monday, September 14, the sun rises at 6:48 AM and sets at 7:17 PM at Mallard Island Ferry Wharf, California. First light (dawn) is around 6:22 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:44 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Mallard Island Ferry Wharf get today?+
Monday, September 14 has 12h 29m of daylight at Mallard Island Ferry Wharf. The days are getting shorter by about 2 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Mallard Island Ferry Wharf?+
The longest day at Mallard Island Ferry Wharf is around June 21 with 14h 49m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 9h 31m. That is a swing of 5h 18m across the year.
What is first light, golden hour, and solar noon?+
First light (civil dawn) is when the sky brightens enough to see, about 30 minutes before sunrise. Golden hour is the soft, low-angle light right after sunrise and right before sunset. Solar noon is when the sun is highest, at 1:03 PM today. These matter for planning a dawn departure, a photo, or the evening bite.
Are these sunrise and sunset times accurate?+
Yes. They are calculated to the minute for Mallard Island Ferry Wharf's exact coordinates (38.043°, -121.918°) using the standard astronomical equations NOAA's own solar calculator uses, and they follow the local time zone including daylight saving. Times are for a flat sea horizon; hills or headlands can shift the real moment a little.
Bridge clearances near Mallard Island Ferry Wharf
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Mallard Island Ferry Wharf. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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