West Point Slough Sunrise & Sunset
Friday, October 30 at West Point Slough, California. There are 10h 41m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:32 AM to sunset at 6:13 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to West Point Slough.
Daylight by month in West Point Slough
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 | 7:22 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 52m | |
| Feb | 6:58 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 50m | |
| Mar | 7:20 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 56m | |
| Apr | 6:34 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 10m | |
| May | 6:00 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 11m | |
| JunLongest | 5:47 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 44m | |
| Jul | 5:59 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 30m | |
| Aug | 6:25 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 37m | |
| Sep | 6:51 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 26m | |
| Oct | 7:17 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 15m | |
| Nov | 6:48 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 10m | |
| DecShortest | 7:16 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 36m |
Longest day around June 21 (14h 45m), shortest around December 21 (9h 34m). That is a swing of 5h 11m 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 West Point Slough
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 West Point Slough’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. West Point Slough runs from about 9h 34m at the shortest day to 14h 45m 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 West Point Slough tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in West Point Slough today?+
On Friday, October 30, the sun rises at 7:32 AM and sets at 6:13 PM at West Point Slough, California. First light (dawn) is around 7:05 AM and last light (dusk) is around 6:40 PM.
How many hours of daylight does West Point Slough get today?+
Friday, October 30 has 10h 41m of daylight at West Point Slough. The days are getting shorter by about 2 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in West Point Slough?+
The longest day at West Point Slough is around June 21 with 14h 45m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 9h 34m. That is a swing of 5h 11m 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 12:52 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 West Point Slough's exact coordinates (37.505°, -122.192°) 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.
Pathr nautical charts
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Bridge clearances near West Point Slough
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to West Point Slough. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
