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Sun Times in Franca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Franca?
Sunrise in Franca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Franca?
Sunset in Franca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Franca?
Morning golden hour in Franca ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:25 PM.
How long is the day in Franca?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Franca there are 11 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Franca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Franca at 12:14 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Franca?
In Franca, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:11 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Franca?
Twilight in Franca lasts approximately 75 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 Franca?
The earliest sunrise in Franca in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on November 26 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Franca?
The latest sunset in Franca in 2026 is at 6:56 PM on January 14 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Franca?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Franca, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:11 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Franca 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 Franca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Franca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:41 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 14m |
| February | 6:00 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 45m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 37m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 08m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 54m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 00m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 25m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:38 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 33m |
| November | 5:21 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 06m |
| December | 5:23 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 22m |