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Sun Times in Mariposa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mariposa?
Sunrise in Mariposa on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mariposa?
Sunset in Mariposa on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mariposa?
Morning golden hour in Mariposa ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:26 PM.
How long is the day in Mariposa?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Mariposa there are 11 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mariposa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mariposa at 12:03 PM (America/Lima). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mariposa?
In Mariposa, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:07 PM (America/Lima). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mariposa?
Twilight in Mariposa lasts approximately 72 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 Mariposa?
The earliest sunrise in Mariposa in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on November 11 (America/Lima). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mariposa?
The latest sunset in Mariposa in 2026 is at 6:30 PM on January 16 (America/Lima). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mariposa?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Mariposa, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:07 PM (America/Lima).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mariposa 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 Mariposa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mariposa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:46 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 43m |
| February | 5:59 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 27m |
| March | 6:02 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 51m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 35m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 28m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 31m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 44m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 5:34 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 21m |
| November | 5:24 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 38m |
| December | 5:30 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 48m |