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Sun Times in Cayes-Jacmel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cayes-Jacmel?
Sunrise in Cayes-Jacmel on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Port-au-Prince). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cayes-Jacmel?
Sunset in Cayes-Jacmel on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:16 PM (America/Port-au-Prince). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cayes-Jacmel?
Morning golden hour in Cayes-Jacmel ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:46 PM.
How long is the day in Cayes-Jacmel?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Cayes-Jacmel there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cayes-Jacmel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cayes-Jacmel at 12:54 PM (America/Port-au-Prince). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cayes-Jacmel?
In Cayes-Jacmel, sunset is at 7:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (America/Port-au-Prince). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cayes-Jacmel?
Twilight in Cayes-Jacmel lasts approximately 76 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 Cayes-Jacmel?
The earliest sunrise in Cayes-Jacmel in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on November 1 (America/Port-au-Prince). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cayes-Jacmel?
The latest sunset in Cayes-Jacmel in 2026 is at 7:29 PM on June 26 (America/Port-au-Prince). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cayes-Jacmel?
After sunset at 7:16 PM in Cayes-Jacmel, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:32 PM (America/Port-au-Prince).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cayes-Jacmel 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 Cayes-Jacmel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cayes-Jacmel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 10m |
| February | 6:16 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 34m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 00m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 13m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 7:29 PM | 13h 07m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 45m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:43 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 5:55 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 17m |
| December | 6:13 AM | 5:16 PM | 11h 03m |