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Sun Times in Masaya
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Masaya?
Sunrise in Masaya on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Masaya?
Sunset in Masaya on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Masaya?
Morning golden hour in Masaya ends at 6:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Masaya?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Masaya there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Masaya?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Masaya at 11:58 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Masaya?
In Masaya, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:27 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Masaya?
Twilight in Masaya 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 Masaya?
The earliest sunrise in Masaya in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on May 25 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Masaya?
The latest sunset in Masaya in 2026 is at 6:27 PM on June 30 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Masaya?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Masaya, civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:27 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Masaya 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 Masaya
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Masaya on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:22 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 23m |
| February | 6:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 6:02 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:41 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 27m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 47m |
| June | 5:26 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 58m |
| July | 5:34 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 53m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 36m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:45 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 5:54 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 29m |
| December | 6:10 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 18m |