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Sun Times in Ciudad Vieja
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ciudad Vieja?
Sunrise in Ciudad Vieja on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ciudad Vieja?
Sunset in Ciudad Vieja on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ciudad Vieja?
Morning golden hour in Ciudad Vieja ends at 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Ciudad Vieja?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Ciudad Vieja there are 12 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ciudad Vieja?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ciudad Vieja at 12:05 PM (America/Guatemala). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ciudad Vieja?
In Ciudad Vieja, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (America/Guatemala). Civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ciudad Vieja?
Twilight in Ciudad Vieja lasts approximately 73 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 Ciudad Vieja?
The earliest sunrise in Ciudad Vieja in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on May 22 (America/Guatemala). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ciudad Vieja?
The latest sunset in Ciudad Vieja in 2026 is at 6:36 PM on June 30 (America/Guatemala). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ciudad Vieja?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Ciudad Vieja, civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (America/Guatemala).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ciudad Vieja 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 Ciudad Vieja
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ciudad Vieja on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:31 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 22m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 6:10 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 48m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 59m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 54m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 36m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:54 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 6:20 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 17m |