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Sun Times in Hoctun
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hoctun?
Sunrise in Hoctun on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (America/Merida). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hoctun?
Sunset in Hoctun on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:11 PM (America/Merida). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hoctun?
Morning golden hour in Hoctun ends at 6:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:42 PM.
How long is the day in Hoctun?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Hoctun there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hoctun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hoctun at 11:56 AM (America/Merida). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hoctun?
In Hoctun, sunset is at 6:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (America/Merida). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hoctun?
Twilight in Hoctun 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 Hoctun?
The earliest sunrise in Hoctun in 2026 is at 5:14 AM on June 4 (America/Merida). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hoctun?
The latest sunset in Hoctun in 2026 is at 6:42 PM on June 30 (America/Merida). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hoctun?
After sunset at 6:11 PM in Hoctun, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (America/Merida).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hoctun 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 Hoctun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hoctun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:36 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 00m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:38 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 08m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 24m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 17m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 50m |
| September | 5:44 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 5:52 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:15 PM | 11h 09m |
| December | 6:25 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 53m |