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Sun Times in Amarante do Maranhão
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Amarante do Maranhão?
Sunrise in Amarante do Maranhão on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Amarante do Maranhão?
Sunset in Amarante do Maranhão on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:08 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Amarante do Maranhão?
Morning golden hour in Amarante do Maranhão ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Amarante do Maranhão?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Amarante do Maranhão there are 11 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Amarante do Maranhão?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Amarante do Maranhão at 12:10 PM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Amarante do Maranhão?
In Amarante do Maranhão, sunset is at 6:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:19 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Amarante do Maranhão?
Twilight in Amarante do Maranhão lasts approximately 70 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 Amarante do Maranhão?
The earliest sunrise in Amarante do Maranhão in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on November 4 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Amarante do Maranhão?
The latest sunset in Amarante do Maranhão in 2026 is at 6:30 PM on January 22 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Amarante do Maranhão?
After sunset at 6:08 PM in Amarante do Maranhão, civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:19 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Amarante do Maranhão 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 Amarante do Maranhão
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Amarante do Maranhão on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 25m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 17m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 59m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 52m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 48m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 50m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 13m |
| November | 5:40 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 22m |
| December | 5:48 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 27m |