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Sun Times in Maya
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maya?
Sunrise in Maya on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:33 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maya?
Sunset in Maya on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:01 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maya?
Morning golden hour in Maya ends at 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:32 PM.
How long is the day in Maya?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Maya there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maya?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maya at 11:47 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Maya?
In Maya, sunset is at 6:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:13 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maya?
Twilight in Maya 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 Maya?
The earliest sunrise in Maya in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on May 21 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Maya?
The latest sunset in Maya in 2026 is at 6:11 PM on July 2 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maya?
After sunset at 6:01 PM in Maya, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:13 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maya 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 Maya
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maya on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 32m |
| February | 6:04 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 46m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:32 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 22m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 38m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 47m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 43m |
| August | 5:33 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 30m |
| September | 5:33 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:33 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 53m |
| November | 5:39 AM | 5:16 PM | 11h 37m |
| December | 5:54 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 28m |