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Sun Times in Las Arenitas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Las Arenitas?
Sunrise in Las Arenitas on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Las Arenitas?
Sunset in Las Arenitas on Thursday, August 13, 2026 is at 6:44 PM (America/Mazatlan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Las Arenitas?
Morning golden hour in Las Arenitas ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:13 PM.
How long is the day in Las Arenitas?
On Thursday, August 13, 2026 in Las Arenitas there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Las Arenitas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Las Arenitas at 12:14 PM (America/Mazatlan). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Las Arenitas?
In Las Arenitas, sunset is at 6:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:05 PM (America/Mazatlan). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Las Arenitas?
Twilight in Las Arenitas 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 Las Arenitas?
The earliest sunrise in Las Arenitas in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on May 30 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Las Arenitas?
The latest sunset in Las Arenitas in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 24 (America/Mazatlan). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Las Arenitas?
After sunset at 6:44 PM in Las Arenitas, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:05 PM (America/Mazatlan).
What these times mean
Solar times in Las Arenitas 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 Las Arenitas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Las Arenitas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:55 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 48m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 22m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 20m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 38m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 30m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 59m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:08 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 58m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 38m |