PADRE ISLAND (south end) Sunrise & Sunset
Sunday, September 13 at PADRE ISLAND (south end), Texas. There are 12h 22m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:13 AM to sunset at 7:35 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to PADRE ISLAND (south end).
Daylight by month in PADRE ISLAND (south end)
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 | 7:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 41m | |
| Feb | 7:04 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 17m | |
| Mar | 7:38 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 59m | |
| Apr | 7:06 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 46m | |
| May | 6:43 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 25m | |
| JunLongest | 6:36 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 46m | |
| Jul | 6:46 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 37m | |
| Aug | 7:01 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 04m | |
| Sep | 7:14 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 19m | |
| Oct | 7:28 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 33m | |
| Nov | 6:47 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 52m | |
| DecShortest | 7:08 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 31m |
Longest day around June 21 (13h 46m), shortest around December 21 (10h 31m). That is a swing of 3h 15m 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 PADRE ISLAND (south end)
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 PADRE ISLAND (south end)’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. PADRE ISLAND (south end) runs from about 10h 31m at the shortest day to 13h 46m 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 PADRE ISLAND (south end) tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in PADRE ISLAND (south end) today?+
On Sunday, September 13, the sun rises at 7:13 AM and sets at 7:35 PM at PADRE ISLAND (south end), Texas. First light (dawn) is around 6:50 AM and last light (dusk) is around 7:58 PM.
How many hours of daylight does PADRE ISLAND (south end) get today?+
Sunday, September 13 has 12h 22m of daylight at PADRE ISLAND (south end). The days are getting shorter by about 1 minute a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in PADRE ISLAND (south end)?+
The longest day at PADRE ISLAND (south end) is around June 21 with 13h 46m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 10h 31m. That is a swing of 3h 15m 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 1:24 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 PADRE ISLAND (south end)'s exact coordinates (26.068°, -97.157°) 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 PADRE ISLAND (south end)
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to PADRE ISLAND (south end). Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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