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Sunrise Forecast for Santa Maria
Tomorrow's sunrise prediction and golden hour forecast
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How can I see a beautiful sunrise?
The best sunrises occur when scattered clouds catch the early light. Find a spot with a clear eastern horizon and arrive at least 20 minutes before sunrise to watch the colors develop. Mornings after a cold front often produce the most vivid skies. Use Alpenglow's quality forecast to check which days have the best conditions. In Santa Maria today, the sun rises from the ENE (75°) at 6:30 AM — pick a spot with a clear view in that direction and arrive before first light.
What time does it get dark in Santa Maria?
Today's sunset in Santa Maria is at 6:03 PM, with full darkness arriving at 7:16 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). The period between sunset and full darkness is twilight, when the sky gradually transitions from light to dark.
How long does twilight last?
Twilight in Santa Maria lasts approximately 73 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Santa Maria?
The earliest sunrise in Santa Maria in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on November 15 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.