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Sun Times in Matões
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Matões?
Sunrise in Matões on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Matões?
Sunset in Matões on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:54 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Matões?
Morning golden hour in Matões ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:26 PM.
How long is the day in Matões?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Matões there are 11 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Matões?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Matões at 11:56 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Matões?
In Matões, sunset is at 5:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:05 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Matões?
Twilight in Matões 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 Matões?
The earliest sunrise in Matões in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on November 3 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Matões?
The latest sunset in Matões in 2026 is at 6:16 PM on January 24 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Matões?
After sunset at 5:54 PM in Matões, civil twilight ends at 6:15 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:05 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Matões 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 Matões
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Matões on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 24m |
| February | 5:58 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 17m |
| March | 5:57 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 59m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 52m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 48m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 50m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 56m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:31 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 13m |
| November | 5:26 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 22m |
| December | 5:34 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 27m |