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Sun Times in Mata de Alcántara
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mata de Alcántara?
Sunrise in Mata de Alcántara on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:38 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mata de Alcántara?
Sunset in Mata de Alcántara on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:24 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mata de Alcántara?
Morning golden hour in Mata de Alcántara ends at 8:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:47 PM.
How long is the day in Mata de Alcántara?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Mata de Alcántara there are 13 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mata de Alcántara?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mata de Alcántara at 2:31 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mata de Alcántara?
In Mata de Alcántara, sunset is at 9:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:06 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mata de Alcántara?
Twilight in Mata de Alcántara lasts approximately 101 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 Mata de Alcántara?
The earliest sunrise in Mata de Alcántara in 2026 is at 6:58 AM on June 11 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mata de Alcántara?
The latest sunset in Mata de Alcántara in 2026 is at 9:59 PM on June 23 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mata de Alcántara?
After sunset at 9:24 PM in Mata de Alcántara, civil twilight ends at 9:53 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:06 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mata de Alcántara 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 Mata de Alcántara
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mata de Alcántara on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:46 AM | 6:27 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 8:19 AM | 7:03 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:38 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:49 AM | 9:05 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 7:12 AM | 9:34 PM | 14h 22m |
| June | 6:58 AM | 9:56 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 7:11 AM | 9:54 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 7:39 AM | 9:23 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 8:08 AM | 8:36 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 8:37 AM | 7:48 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 8:11 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 00m |
| December | 8:41 AM | 6:03 PM | 9h 23m |