Sun Times in Belize
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Belize?
Sunrise in Belize on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Belize?
Sunset in Belize on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:10 PM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Belize?
Morning golden hour in Belize ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:42 PM.
How long is the day in Belize?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Belize there are 11 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Belize?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Belize at 12:10 PM (Africa/Luanda). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Belize?
In Belize, sunset is at 6:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Africa/Luanda). Civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Belize?
Twilight in Belize 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 Belize?
The earliest sunrise in Belize in 2026 is at 5:43 AM on November 4 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Belize?
The latest sunset in Belize in 2026 is at 6:31 PM on January 24 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Belize?
After sunset at 6:10 PM in Belize, civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:20 PM (Africa/Luanda).
What these times mean
Solar times in Belize 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 Belize
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Belize on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 22m |
| February | 6:15 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 15m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 00m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 54m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 51m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 53m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 58m |
| September | 6:01 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 12m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 20m |
| December | 5:52 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 24m |
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