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Sun Times in La Ciudad
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Ciudad?
Sunrise in La Ciudad on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Ciudad?
Sunset in La Ciudad on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:35 PM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Ciudad?
Morning golden hour in La Ciudad ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in La Ciudad?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in La Ciudad there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Ciudad?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Ciudad at 1:07 PM (America/Monterrey). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Ciudad?
In La Ciudad, sunset is at 7:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (America/Monterrey). Civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Ciudad?
Twilight in La Ciudad lasts approximately 80 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 Ciudad?
The earliest sunrise in La Ciudad in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on May 29 (America/Monterrey). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in La Ciudad?
The latest sunset in La Ciudad in 2026 is at 7:53 PM on June 23 (America/Monterrey). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Ciudad?
After sunset at 7:35 PM in La Ciudad, civil twilight ends at 7:59 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (America/Monterrey).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Ciudad 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 Ciudad
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Ciudad on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 23m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 17m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 36m |
| July | 6:24 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 27m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 57m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 7:17 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 00m |
| December | 7:37 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 41m |