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Sun Times in Maicao
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maicao?
Sunrise in Maicao on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maicao?
Sunset in Maicao on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:07 PM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maicao?
Morning golden hour in Maicao ends at 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:38 PM.
How long is the day in Maicao?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Maicao there are 12 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maicao?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maicao at 11:53 AM (America/Bogota). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Maicao?
In Maicao, sunset is at 6:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:19 PM (America/Bogota). Civil twilight ends at 6:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maicao?
Twilight in Maicao lasts approximately 73 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 Maicao?
The earliest sunrise in Maicao in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on May 21 (America/Bogota). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Maicao?
The latest sunset in Maicao in 2026 is at 6:16 PM on June 29 (America/Bogota). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maicao?
After sunset at 6:07 PM in Maicao, civil twilight ends at 6:28 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:19 PM (America/Bogota).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maicao 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 Maicao
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maicao on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 32m |
| February | 6:09 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 46m |
| March | 5:56 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 23m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 39m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 47m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 44m |
| August | 5:38 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 30m |
| September | 5:38 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:38 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 53m |
| November | 5:45 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 36m |
| December | 6:00 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 28m |