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Sun Times in General Calixto Contreras
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in General Calixto Contreras?
Sunrise in General Calixto Contreras on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in General Calixto Contreras?
Sunset in General Calixto Contreras on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:30 PM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in General Calixto Contreras?
Morning golden hour in General Calixto Contreras ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:59 PM.
How long is the day in General Calixto Contreras?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in General Calixto Contreras there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in General Calixto Contreras?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in General Calixto Contreras at 1:00 PM (America/Monterrey). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in General Calixto Contreras?
In General Calixto Contreras, sunset is at 7:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:51 PM (America/Monterrey). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in General Calixto Contreras?
Twilight in General Calixto Contreras lasts approximately 81 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 General Calixto Contreras?
The earliest sunrise in General Calixto Contreras in 2026 is at 6:07 AM on May 30 (America/Monterrey). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in General Calixto Contreras?
The latest sunset in General Calixto Contreras in 2026 is at 7:48 PM on June 23 (America/Monterrey). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in General Calixto Contreras?
After sunset at 7:30 PM in General Calixto Contreras, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:51 PM (America/Monterrey).
What these times mean
Solar times in General Calixto Contreras 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 General Calixto Contreras
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in General Calixto Contreras on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:41 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 48m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 21m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 6:12 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 20m |
| June | 6:07 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 39m |
| July | 6:17 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 30m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 59m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:54 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 57m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 38m |