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Sun Times in Francisco Santos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Francisco Santos?
Sunrise in Francisco Santos on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Francisco Santos?
Sunset in Francisco Santos on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:44 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Francisco Santos?
Morning golden hour in Francisco Santos ends at 6:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:16 PM.
How long is the day in Francisco Santos?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Francisco Santos there are 11 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Francisco Santos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Francisco Santos at 11:46 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Francisco Santos?
In Francisco Santos, sunset is at 5:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:54 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Francisco Santos?
Twilight in Francisco Santos 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 Francisco Santos?
The earliest sunrise in Francisco Santos in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on November 4 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Francisco Santos?
The latest sunset in Francisco Santos in 2026 is at 6:10 PM on January 25 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Francisco Santos?
After sunset at 5:44 PM in Francisco Santos, civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:54 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Francisco Santos 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 Francisco Santos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Francisco Santos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:39 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 29m |
| February | 5:48 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 19m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 57m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 48m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 43m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 45m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 53m |
| September | 5:37 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:22 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 15m |
| November | 5:16 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 26m |
| December | 5:23 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 32m |