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Sun Times in Las Matas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Las Matas?
Sunrise in Las Matas on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:34 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Las Matas?
Sunset in Las Matas on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 9:00 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Las Matas?
Morning golden hour in Las Matas ends at 8:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:23 PM.
How long is the day in Las Matas?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Las Matas there are 13 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Las Matas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Las Matas at 2:17 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Las Matas?
In Las Matas, sunset is at 9:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:39 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Las Matas?
Twilight in Las Matas lasts approximately 99 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 Matas?
The earliest sunrise in Las Matas in 2026 is at 6:44 AM on June 8 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Las Matas?
The latest sunset in Las Matas in 2026 is at 9:50 PM on June 23 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Las Matas?
After sunset at 9:00 PM in Las Matas, civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:39 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Las Matas 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 Matas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Las Matas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 6:13 PM | 9h 36m |
| February | 8:09 AM | 6:50 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:37 AM | 8:54 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 6:59 AM | 9:25 PM | 14h 26m |
| June | 6:44 AM | 9:47 PM | 15h 04m |
| July | 6:57 AM | 9:45 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 7:26 AM | 9:13 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 7:56 AM | 8:24 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 8:26 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 8:01 AM | 5:58 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 8:31 AM | 5:49 PM | 9h 18m |