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Sun Times in Marcos Espinel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Marcos Espinel?
Sunrise in Marcos Espinel on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Guayaquil). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Marcos Espinel?
Sunset in Marcos Espinel on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (America/Guayaquil). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Marcos Espinel?
Morning golden hour in Marcos Espinel ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Marcos Espinel?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Marcos Espinel there are 12 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Marcos Espinel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Marcos Espinel at 12:17 PM (America/Guayaquil). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Marcos Espinel?
In Marcos Espinel, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (America/Guayaquil). Civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Marcos Espinel?
Twilight in Marcos Espinel lasts approximately 70 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 Marcos Espinel?
The earliest sunrise in Marcos Espinel in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on November 2 (America/Guayaquil). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Marcos Espinel?
The latest sunset in Marcos Espinel in 2026 is at 6:32 PM on January 28 (America/Guayaquil). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Marcos Espinel?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Marcos Espinel, civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (America/Guayaquil).
What these times mean
Solar times in Marcos Espinel 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 Marcos Espinel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Marcos Espinel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:18 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 11m |
| February | 6:23 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 09m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 05m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 04m |
| June | 6:13 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 03m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 04m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 04m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 06m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 08m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 10m |
| December | 6:03 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 12m |