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Sun Times in Mat-i
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mat-i?
Sunrise in Mat-i on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mat-i?
Sunset in Mat-i on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mat-i?
Morning golden hour in Mat-i ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:28 PM.
How long is the day in Mat-i?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Mat-i there are 12 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mat-i?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mat-i at 11:46 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mat-i?
In Mat-i, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:08 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mat-i?
Twilight in Mat-i 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 Mat-i?
The earliest sunrise in Mat-i in 2026 is at 5:22 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 Mat-i?
The latest sunset in Mat-i in 2026 is at 6:05 PM on July 4 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mat-i?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Mat-i, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:08 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mat-i 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 Mat-i
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mat-i on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 41m |
| February | 6:00 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 52m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:33 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 18m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 30m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 37m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 34m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 24m |
| September | 5:32 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 5:30 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 57m |
| November | 5:34 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 45m |
| December | 5:48 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 38m |