Sunrise & sunset times in Phoenix, United States
On Thursday 18 June 2026, the sun rises at 05:18 and sets at 19:40 in Phoenix. All times are shown in the America/Phoenix timezone.
Today in Phoenix
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Golden hour in Phoenix today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Phoenix when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Phoenix (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Phoenix’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:32 | 17:43 | 12:37 | 10h 11m |
| February | 07:12 | 18:13 | 12:42 | 11h 01m |
| March | 06:38 | 18:36 | 12:37 | 11h 57m |
| April | 05:57 | 18:59 | 12:28 | 13h 01m |
| May | 05:27 | 19:21 | 12:24 | 13h 53m |
| June | 05:18 | 19:39 | 12:28 | 14h 21m |
| July | 05:29 | 19:38 | 12:34 | 14h 09m |
| August | 05:50 | 19:14 | 12:32 | 13h 23m |
| September | 06:11 | 18:34 | 12:23 | 12h 22m |
| October | 06:33 | 17:54 | 12:14 | 11h 21m |
| November | 06:59 | 17:25 | 12:12 | 10h 25m |
| December | 07:24 | 17:22 | 12:23 | 9h 57m |
Solar year in Phoenix (2026)
Day length in Phoenix swings by 4h 26m between the longest day in June and the shortest in December.
Day length across the year in Phoenix
Longest day in Phoenix: 14h 13m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 9h 47m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 14h 13m.
Moon tonight in Phoenix
Next full moon on 29 June 2026, next new moon on 14 July 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Phoenix today?▼
The sun rises at 05:18 America/Phoenix in Phoenix, United States today.
What time is sunset in Phoenix today?▼
The sun sets at 19:40 America/Phoenix in Phoenix today.
How long is the day in Phoenix today?▼
Daylight in Phoenix today lasts 14 hours and 22 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Phoenix?▼
The morning golden hour in Phoenix runs from 04:49 to 05:55, and the evening golden hour runs from 19:03 to 20:09.
What is the timezone of Phoenix?▼
Phoenix uses the America/Phoenix timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Phoenix?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Phoenix is 21 June 2026, with 14h 22m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Phoenix?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Phoenix is 21 December 2026, with 9h 56m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Phoenix?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Phoenix swings by 4h 26m.