Sun Times in Alcalá de Henares
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alcalá de Henares?
Sunrise in Alcalá de Henares on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:38 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alcalá de Henares?
Sunset in Alcalá de Henares on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alcalá de Henares?
Morning golden hour in Alcalá de Henares ends at 8:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in Alcalá de Henares?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Alcalá de Henares there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alcalá de Henares?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alcalá de Henares at 2:14 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alcalá de Henares?
In Alcalá de Henares, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:25 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alcalá de Henares?
Twilight in Alcalá de Henares lasts approximately 97 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 Alcalá de Henares?
The earliest sunrise in Alcalá de Henares in 2026 is at 6:42 AM on June 9 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alcalá de Henares?
The latest sunset in Alcalá de Henares in 2026 is at 9:48 PM on June 27 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alcalá de Henares?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Alcalá de Henares, civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:25 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alcalá de Henares shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Alcalá de Henares
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alcalá de Henares on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:34 AM | 6:11 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 8:07 AM | 6:48 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:35 AM | 8:52 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 6:57 AM | 9:23 PM | 14h 26m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 9:45 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 6:55 AM | 9:42 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 7:24 AM | 9:11 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 7:54 AM | 8:22 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 8:24 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:59 AM | 5:56 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 8:29 AM | 5:47 PM | 9h 18m |
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