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Sun Times in El Tamarindo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in El Tamarindo?
Sunrise in El Tamarindo on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in El Tamarindo?
Sunset in El Tamarindo on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in El Tamarindo?
Morning golden hour in El Tamarindo ends at 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in El Tamarindo?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in El Tamarindo there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in El Tamarindo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in El Tamarindo at 12:02 PM (America/Mazatlan). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in El Tamarindo?
In El Tamarindo, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:39 PM (America/Mazatlan). Civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in El Tamarindo?
Twilight in El Tamarindo lasts approximately 77 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 El Tamarindo?
The earliest sunrise in El Tamarindo in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on June 4 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in El Tamarindo?
The latest sunset in El Tamarindo in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on June 27 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in El Tamarindo?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in El Tamarindo, civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:39 PM (America/Mazatlan).
What these times mean
Solar times in El Tamarindo 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 El Tamarindo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in El Tamarindo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:42 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 57m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 26m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:41 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:21 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 12m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 28m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 21m |
| August | 5:38 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 53m |
| September | 5:47 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:12 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 05m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 48m |