- Home
- Matos Costa
Sun Times in Matos Costa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Matos Costa?
Sunrise in Matos Costa on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Matos Costa?
Sunset in Matos Costa on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Matos Costa?
Morning golden hour in Matos Costa ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:38 PM.
How long is the day in Matos Costa?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Matos Costa there are 11 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Matos Costa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Matos Costa at 12:26 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Matos Costa?
In Matos Costa, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Matos Costa?
Twilight in Matos Costa lasts approximately 77 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 Matos Costa?
The earliest sunrise in Matos Costa in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on November 25 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Matos Costa?
The latest sunset in Matos Costa in 2026 is at 7:22 PM on January 6 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Matos Costa?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Matos Costa, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Matos Costa 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 Matos Costa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Matos Costa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:45 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 37m |
| February | 6:09 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 58m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 27m |
| May | 6:56 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 49m |
| June | 7:10 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 29m |
| July | 7:11 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 38m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 11m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 42m |
| November | 5:26 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 25m |
| December | 5:26 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 48m |