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Sun Times in La Ensenada
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Ensenada?
Sunrise in La Ensenada on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Ensenada?
Sunset in La Ensenada on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:30 PM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Ensenada?
Morning golden hour in La Ensenada ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:02 PM.
How long is the day in La Ensenada?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in La Ensenada there are 12 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Ensenada?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Ensenada at 12:19 PM (America/Panama). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Ensenada?
In La Ensenada, sunset is at 6:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:42 PM (America/Panama). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Ensenada?
Twilight in La Ensenada lasts approximately 72 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 Ensenada?
The earliest sunrise in La Ensenada in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on May 21 (America/Panama). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in La Ensenada?
The latest sunset in La Ensenada in 2026 is at 6:38 PM on July 7 (America/Panama). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Ensenada?
After sunset at 6:30 PM in La Ensenada, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:42 PM (America/Panama).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Ensenada 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 Ensenada
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Ensenada on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:34 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 41m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 52m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 19m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 30m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 37m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 34m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 24m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 56m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 44m |
| December | 6:21 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 39m |