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Sun Times in José da Penha
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in José da Penha?
Sunrise in José da Penha on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:36 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in José da Penha?
Sunset in José da Penha on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in José da Penha?
Morning golden hour in José da Penha ends at 6:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in José da Penha?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in José da Penha there are 11 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in José da Penha?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in José da Penha at 11:34 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in José da Penha?
In José da Penha, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:43 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in José da Penha?
Twilight in José da Penha lasts approximately 70 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 José da Penha?
The earliest sunrise in José da Penha in 2026 is at 5:05 AM on November 6 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in José da Penha?
The latest sunset in José da Penha in 2026 is at 5:57 PM on January 20 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in José da Penha?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in José da Penha, civil twilight ends at 5:54 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:43 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in José da Penha 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 José da Penha
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in José da Penha on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:29 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 27m |
| February | 5:38 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 18m |
| March | 5:37 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 5:34 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 58m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 50m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 46m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 47m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 54m |
| September | 5:26 AM | 5:30 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:11 AM | 5:26 PM | 12h 14m |
| November | 5:05 AM | 5:29 PM | 12h 24m |
| December | 5:13 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 29m |