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Sun Times in Altar
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Altar?
Sunrise in Altar on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (America/Hermosillo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Altar?
Sunset in Altar on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (America/Hermosillo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Altar?
Morning golden hour in Altar ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Altar?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Altar there are 12 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Altar?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Altar at 12:26 PM (America/Hermosillo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Altar?
In Altar, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:10 PM (America/Hermosillo). Civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Altar?
Twilight in Altar lasts approximately 83 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 Altar?
The earliest sunrise in Altar in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 9 (America/Hermosillo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Altar?
The latest sunset in Altar in 2026 is at 7:34 PM on June 25 (America/Hermosillo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Altar?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Altar, civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:10 PM (America/Hermosillo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Altar 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 Altar
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Altar on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 23m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 43m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 7:31 PM | 14h 08m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 56m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 15m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:29 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 36m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 10m |