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Sun Times in Alcoy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alcoy?
Sunrise in Alcoy on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:26 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alcoy?
Sunset in Alcoy on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:39 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alcoy?
Morning golden hour in Alcoy ends at 8:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Alcoy?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Alcoy there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alcoy?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alcoy at 2:03 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alcoy?
In Alcoy, sunset is at 8:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:14 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alcoy?
Twilight in Alcoy lasts approximately 95 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 Alcoy?
The earliest sunrise in Alcoy in 2026 is at 6:36 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 Alcoy?
The latest sunset in Alcoy in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 21 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alcoy?
After sunset at 8:39 PM in Alcoy, civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:14 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alcoy 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 Alcoy
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alcoy on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:18 AM | 6:04 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 7:53 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:25 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 6:49 AM | 9:07 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 9:28 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 6:49 AM | 9:26 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 7:15 AM | 8:56 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 7:43 AM | 8:10 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 8:11 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 7:44 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 8:12 AM | 5:41 PM | 9h 29m |