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Sun Times in Caldas da Rainha
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Caldas da Rainha?
Sunrise in Caldas da Rainha on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Caldas da Rainha?
Sunset in Caldas da Rainha on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Caldas da Rainha?
Morning golden hour in Caldas da Rainha ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Caldas da Rainha?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Caldas da Rainha there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Caldas da Rainha?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Caldas da Rainha at 1:40 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Caldas da Rainha?
In Caldas da Rainha, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:07 PM (Europe/Lisbon). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Caldas da Rainha?
Twilight in Caldas da Rainha lasts approximately 99 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 Caldas da Rainha?
The earliest sunrise in Caldas da Rainha in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 7 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Caldas da Rainha?
The latest sunset in Caldas da Rainha in 2026 is at 9:07 PM on June 22 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Caldas da Rainha?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Caldas da Rainha, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:07 PM (Europe/Lisbon).
What these times mean
Solar times in Caldas da Rainha 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 Caldas da Rainha
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Caldas da Rainha on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:54 AM | 5:37 PM | 9h 42m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 21m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 56m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 41m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:20 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 01m |
| December | 7:49 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 25m |