Sun Times in Brasília
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Brasília?
Sunrise in Brasília on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Brasília?
Sunset in Brasília on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:05 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Brasília?
Morning golden hour in Brasília ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:36 PM.
How long is the day in Brasília?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Brasília there are 11 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Brasília?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Brasília at 12:12 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Brasília?
In Brasília, sunset is at 6:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Brasília?
Twilight in Brasília lasts approximately 72 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 Brasília?
The earliest sunrise in Brasília in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on November 15 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Brasília?
The latest sunset in Brasília in 2026 is at 6:50 PM on January 17 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Brasília?
After sunset at 6:05 PM in Brasília, civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Brasília 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 Brasília
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Brasília on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:52 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 58m |
| February | 6:07 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 36m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 44m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 23m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 12m |
| July | 6:39 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 17m |
| August | 6:28 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 35m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 27m |
| November | 5:30 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 51m |
| December | 5:35 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 04m |
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