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Sun Times in Cidade Velha
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cidade Velha?
Sunrise in Cidade Velha on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cidade Velha?
Sunset in Cidade Velha on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:53 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cidade Velha?
Morning golden hour in Cidade Velha ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:25 PM.
How long is the day in Cidade Velha?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Cidade Velha there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cidade Velha?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cidade Velha at 12:37 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cidade Velha?
In Cidade Velha, sunset is at 6:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:07 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). Civil twilight ends at 7:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cidade Velha?
Twilight in Cidade Velha lasts approximately 74 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 Cidade Velha?
The earliest sunrise in Cidade Velha in 2026 is at 6:03 AM on May 28 (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cidade Velha?
The latest sunset in Cidade Velha in 2026 is at 7:08 PM on June 29 (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cidade Velha?
After sunset at 6:53 PM in Cidade Velha, civil twilight ends at 7:15 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:07 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cidade Velha 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 Cidade Velha
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cidade Velha on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:03 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 56m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 6:23 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:25 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 26m |
| December | 6:52 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 15m |