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Sun Times in Garanhuns
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Garanhuns?
Sunrise in Garanhuns on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:34 AM (America/Recife). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Garanhuns?
Sunset in Garanhuns on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:25 PM (America/Recife). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Garanhuns?
Morning golden hour in Garanhuns ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:56 PM.
How long is the day in Garanhuns?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Garanhuns there are 11 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Garanhuns?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Garanhuns at 11:29 AM (America/Recife). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Garanhuns?
In Garanhuns, sunset is at 5:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:36 PM (America/Recife). Civil twilight ends at 5:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Garanhuns?
Twilight in Garanhuns lasts approximately 71 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 Garanhuns?
The earliest sunrise in Garanhuns in 2026 is at 4:55 AM on November 6 (America/Recife). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Garanhuns?
The latest sunset in Garanhuns in 2026 is at 5:54 PM on January 23 (America/Recife). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Garanhuns?
After sunset at 5:25 PM in Garanhuns, civil twilight ends at 5:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:36 PM (America/Recife).
What these times mean
Solar times in Garanhuns 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 Garanhuns
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Garanhuns on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:17 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 35m |
| February | 5:28 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 5:30 AM | 5:39 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 5:28 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 5:13 PM | 11h 43m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 37m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 39m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 5:19 AM | 5:22 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:03 AM | 5:20 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 4:55 AM | 5:26 PM | 12h 31m |
| December | 5:01 AM | 5:40 PM | 12h 38m |