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Sun Times in Horta Seca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Horta Seca?
Sunrise in Horta Seca on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Horta Seca?
Sunset in Horta Seca on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:57 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Horta Seca?
Morning golden hour in Horta Seca ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:28 PM.
How long is the day in Horta Seca?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Horta Seca there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Horta Seca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Horta Seca at 12:41 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Horta Seca?
In Horta Seca, sunset is at 6:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:11 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). Civil twilight ends at 7:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Horta Seca?
Twilight in Horta Seca lasts approximately 74 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 Horta Seca?
The earliest sunrise in Horta Seca in 2026 is at 6:05 AM on May 29 (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Horta Seca?
The latest sunset in Horta Seca in 2026 is at 7:17 PM on June 28 (Atlantic/Cape_Verde). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Horta Seca?
After sunset at 6:57 PM in Horta Seca, civil twilight ends at 7:19 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:11 PM (Atlantic/Cape_Verde).
What these times mean
Solar times in Horta Seca 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 Horta Seca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Horta Seca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 14m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 36m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 31m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 55m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 08m |
| July | 6:14 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 02m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 42m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:32 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 46m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 21m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 08m |