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Sun Times in Isla Mujeres
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Isla Mujeres?
Sunrise in Isla Mujeres on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (America/Cancun). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Isla Mujeres?
Sunset in Isla Mujeres on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:09 PM (America/Cancun). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Isla Mujeres?
Morning golden hour in Isla Mujeres ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:39 PM.
How long is the day in Isla Mujeres?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Isla Mujeres there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Isla Mujeres?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Isla Mujeres at 12:48 PM (America/Cancun). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Isla Mujeres?
In Isla Mujeres, sunset is at 7:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:25 PM (America/Cancun). Civil twilight ends at 7:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Isla Mujeres?
Twilight in Isla Mujeres lasts approximately 76 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 Isla Mujeres?
The earliest sunrise in Isla Mujeres in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on May 29 (America/Cancun). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Isla Mujeres?
The latest sunset in Isla Mujeres in 2026 is at 7:33 PM on July 3 (America/Cancun). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Isla Mujeres?
After sunset at 7:09 PM in Isla Mujeres, civil twilight ends at 7:31 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:25 PM (America/Cancun).
What these times mean
Solar times in Isla Mujeres 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 Isla Mujeres
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Isla Mujeres on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:26 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 59m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 09m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 25m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 18m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:42 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 08m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 51m |