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Sun Times in Jalapa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jalapa?
Sunrise in Jalapa on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jalapa?
Sunset in Jalapa on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jalapa?
Morning golden hour in Jalapa ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Jalapa?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Jalapa there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jalapa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jalapa at 12:04 PM (America/Guatemala). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Jalapa?
In Jalapa, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:35 PM (America/Guatemala). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jalapa?
Twilight in Jalapa 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 Jalapa?
The earliest sunrise in Jalapa in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on May 28 (America/Guatemala). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jalapa?
The latest sunset in Jalapa in 2026 is at 6:33 PM on June 29 (America/Guatemala). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jalapa?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in Jalapa, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:35 PM (America/Guatemala).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jalapa 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 Jalapa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jalapa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:28 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 22m |
| February | 6:23 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 59m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 5:48 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 6:17 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 16m |