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Sun Times in La Cantera
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Cantera?
Sunrise in La Cantera on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Cantera?
Sunset in La Cantera on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:17 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Cantera?
Morning golden hour in La Cantera ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in La Cantera?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in La Cantera there are 12 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Cantera?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Cantera at 12:53 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Cantera?
In La Cantera, sunset is at 7:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Cantera?
Twilight in La Cantera lasts approximately 77 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 La Cantera?
The earliest sunrise in La Cantera in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on May 31 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in La Cantera?
The latest sunset in La Cantera in 2026 is at 7:33 PM on July 3 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Cantera?
After sunset at 7:17 PM in La Cantera, civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Cantera 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 La Cantera
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Cantera on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 04m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 31m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 36m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 05m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 20m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 13m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 48m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:44 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 12m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 56m |