Bayou Chene Sunrise & Sunset
Sunday, September 13 at Bayou Chene, Louisiana. There are 12h 24m of daylight, from sunrise at 6:43 AM to sunset at 7:07 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to Bayou Chene.
Daylight by month in Bayou Chene
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 | 6:55 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 28m | |
| Feb | 6:39 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 10m | |
| Mar | 7:09 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 58m | |
| Apr | 6:33 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 53m | |
| May | 6:07 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 38m | |
| JunLongest | 5:59 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 02m | |
| Jul | 6:09 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 52m | |
| Aug | 6:27 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 13m | |
| Sep | 6:44 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 21m | |
| Oct | 7:00 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 28m | |
| Nov | 6:23 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 41m | |
| DecShortest | 6:46 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 16m |
Longest day around June 21 (14h 02m), shortest around December 21 (10h 15m). That is a swing of 3h 47m 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 Bayou Chene
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 Bayou Chene’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. Bayou Chene runs from about 10h 15m at the shortest day to 14h 02m 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 Bayou Chene tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bayou Chene today?+
On Sunday, September 13, the sun rises at 6:43 AM and sets at 7:07 PM at Bayou Chene, Louisiana. First light (dawn) is around 6:19 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:31 PM.
How many hours of daylight does Bayou Chene get today?+
Sunday, September 13 has 12h 24m of daylight at Bayou Chene. The days are getting shorter by about 2 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in Bayou Chene?+
The longest day at Bayou Chene is around June 21 with 14h 02m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 10h 15m. That is a swing of 3h 47m 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 12:55 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 Bayou Chene's exact coordinates (29.513°, -89.765°) 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.
Nearby sunrise & sunset times
Bridge clearances near Bayou Chene
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to Bayou Chene. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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