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Sun Times in Caracas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Caracas?
Sunrise in Caracas on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Caracas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Caracas?
Sunset in Caracas on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:41 PM (America/Caracas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Caracas?
Morning golden hour in Caracas ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:13 PM.
How long is the day in Caracas?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Caracas there are 12 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Caracas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Caracas at 12:30 PM (America/Caracas). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Caracas?
In Caracas, sunset is at 6:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:53 PM (America/Caracas). Civil twilight ends at 7:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Caracas?
Twilight in Caracas 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 Caracas?
The earliest sunrise in Caracas in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on May 21 (America/Caracas). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Caracas?
The latest sunset in Caracas in 2026 is at 6:54 PM on July 9 (America/Caracas). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Caracas?
After sunset at 6:41 PM in Caracas, civil twilight ends at 7:03 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:53 PM (America/Caracas).
What these times mean
Solar times in Caracas 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 Caracas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Caracas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:49 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 35m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 48m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 22m |
| May | 6:05 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 36m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 44m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 41m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 28m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 6:16 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 54m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 39m |
| December | 6:37 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 31m |