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Sun Times in Malaga
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Malaga?
Sunrise in Malaga on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Malaga?
Sunset in Malaga on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:59 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Malaga?
Morning golden hour in Malaga ends at 6:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:31 PM.
How long is the day in Malaga?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Malaga there are 12 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Malaga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Malaga at 11:45 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Malaga?
In Malaga, sunset is at 5:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Malaga?
Twilight in Malaga 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 Malaga?
The earliest sunrise in Malaga in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on May 23 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Malaga?
The latest sunset in Malaga in 2026 is at 6:11 PM on June 29 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Malaga?
After sunset at 5:59 PM in Malaga, civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Malaga 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 Malaga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Malaga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 29m |
| February | 6:04 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 45m |
| March | 5:50 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:30 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 24m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 41m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 50m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 47m |
| August | 5:31 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 32m |
| September | 5:31 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 52m |
| November | 5:39 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 34m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 25m |