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Sun Times in Crato
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Crato?
Sunrise in Crato on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:41 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Crato?
Sunset in Crato on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Crato?
Morning golden hour in Crato ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:09 PM.
How long is the day in Crato?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Crato there are 11 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Crato?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Crato at 11:39 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Crato?
In Crato, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:47 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Crato?
Twilight in Crato lasts approximately 70 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 Crato?
The earliest sunrise in Crato in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on November 11 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Crato?
The latest sunset in Crato in 2026 is at 6:03 PM on January 21 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Crato?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Crato, civil twilight ends at 5:58 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:47 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Crato 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 Crato
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Crato on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:32 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 30m |
| February | 5:41 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 20m |
| March | 5:42 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 5:39 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 57m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 47m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 42m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 44m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 52m |
| September | 5:31 AM | 5:34 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:15 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 16m |
| November | 5:08 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 27m |
| December | 5:16 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 33m |