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Sun Times in Las Piedras
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Las Piedras?
Sunrise in Las Piedras on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:21 AM (America/Montevideo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Las Piedras?
Sunset in Las Piedras on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:16 PM (America/Montevideo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Las Piedras?
Morning golden hour in Las Piedras ends at 7:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Las Piedras?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Las Piedras there are 10 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Las Piedras?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Las Piedras at 12:48 PM (America/Montevideo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Las Piedras?
In Las Piedras, sunset is at 6:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:41 PM (America/Montevideo). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Las Piedras?
Twilight in Las Piedras lasts approximately 85 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 Piedras?
The earliest sunrise in Las Piedras in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on December 1 (America/Montevideo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Las Piedras?
The latest sunset in Las Piedras in 2026 is at 8:01 PM on December 30 (America/Montevideo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Las Piedras?
After sunset at 6:16 PM in Las Piedras, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:41 PM (America/Montevideo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Las Piedras 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 Piedras
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Las Piedras on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:47 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 13m |
| February | 6:19 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 19m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 7:08 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 12m |
| May | 7:31 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 19m |
| June | 7:50 AM | 5:40 PM | 9h 50m |
| July | 7:49 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 03m |
| August | 7:24 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 49m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 5:31 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 57m |
| December | 5:25 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 28m |