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Sun Times in Macaracas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Macaracas?
Sunrise in Macaracas on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Macaracas?
Sunset in Macaracas on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:36 PM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Macaracas?
Morning golden hour in Macaracas ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:07 PM.
How long is the day in Macaracas?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Macaracas there are 12 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Macaracas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Macaracas at 12:25 PM (America/Panama). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Macaracas?
In Macaracas, sunset is at 6:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (America/Panama). Civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Macaracas?
Twilight in Macaracas lasts approximately 71 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 Macaracas?
The earliest sunrise in Macaracas in 2026 is at 6:03 AM on May 19 (America/Panama). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Macaracas?
The latest sunset in Macaracas in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on July 10 (America/Panama). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Macaracas?
After sunset at 6:36 PM in Macaracas, civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (America/Panama).
What these times mean
Solar times in Macaracas 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 Macaracas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Macaracas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:40 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 43m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 53m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 18m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 29m |
| June | 6:05 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 34m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 32m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 22m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 57m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 46m |
| December | 6:27 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 41m |