The City by the Bay - where the famous fog meets stunning Pacific sunsets over the Golden Gate
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| Day | Date | Sunrise | Sunset |
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| Monday | Dec 30 | 7:26 AM | 5:03 PM |
| Tuesday | Dec 31 | 7:26 AM | 5:04 PM |
| Wednesday | Jan 1 | 7:26 AM | 5:05 PM |
| Thursday | Jan 2 | 7:26 AM | 5:06 PM |
| Friday | Jan 3 | 7:26 AM | 5:07 PM |
| Saturday | Jan 4 | 7:26 AM | 5:08 PM |
| Sunday | Jan 5 | 7:26 AM | 5:09 PM |
San Francisco's iconic fog, affectionately named "Karl," plays a significant role in sunrise and sunset viewing. The marine layer often rolls in during late afternoon and evening, particularly in summer months, creating dramatic and ethereal conditions for photography.
September and October typically offer the clearest skies for sunrise and sunset viewing.
When fog is present, head to higher elevations like Twin Peaks to capture the fog layer from above.
Iconic sunrise and sunset views with the famous bridge silhouetted against the sky
Tip: The fog often rolls in during evening - this creates dramatic golden hour photos
Panoramic 360-degree views of the entire Bay Area from 922 feet elevation
Tip: Best on clear days; check fog conditions before heading up
Stunning sunset views with the Golden Gate Bridge as a backdrop
Tip: Arrive early for parking, and bring layers - it gets cold when the fog rolls in
Telegraph Hill landmark offering sweeping views of the bay and city
Tip: Sunrise views over the Bay Bridge are spectacular from here
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The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most photographed landmarks in the world, and timing your visit with sunrise or sunset can result in spectacular images. The bridge faces roughly northwest, making sunset the prime time for that iconic orange glow on the International Orange towers.
For sunrise shots, head to the Marin Headlands for east-facing views with the city skyline behind the bridge. For sunset, Baker Beach and Marshall's Beach offer unobstructed western views.
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