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Sun Times in Maripasoula
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maripasoula?
Sunrise in Maripasoula on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Cayenne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maripasoula?
Sunset in Maripasoula on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:43 PM (America/Cayenne). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maripasoula?
Morning golden hour in Maripasoula ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Maripasoula?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Maripasoula there are 12 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maripasoula?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maripasoula at 12:37 PM (America/Cayenne). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Maripasoula?
In Maripasoula, sunset is at 6:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:53 PM (America/Cayenne). Civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maripasoula?
Twilight in Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula?
The earliest sunrise in Maripasoula in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on October 24 (America/Cayenne). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Maripasoula?
The latest sunset in Maripasoula in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on July 9 (America/Cayenne). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maripasoula?
After sunset at 6:43 PM in Maripasoula, civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:53 PM (America/Cayenne).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maripasoula on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 56m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 00m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 12m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 17m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 20m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 19m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 14m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 02m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 57m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 55m |