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Sun Times in Medina Sidonia
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Medina Sidonia?
Sunrise in Medina Sidonia on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 7:57 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Medina Sidonia?
Sunset in Medina Sidonia on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:47 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Medina Sidonia?
Morning golden hour in Medina Sidonia ends at 8:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:13 PM.
How long is the day in Medina Sidonia?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Medina Sidonia there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Medina Sidonia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Medina Sidonia at 2:22 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Medina Sidonia?
In Medina Sidonia, sunset is at 8:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Medina Sidonia?
Twilight in Medina Sidonia lasts approximately 89 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 Medina Sidonia?
The earliest sunrise in Medina Sidonia in 2026 is at 7:05 AM on June 6 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Medina Sidonia?
The latest sunset in Medina Sidonia in 2026 is at 9:45 PM on June 21 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Medina Sidonia?
After sunset at 8:47 PM in Medina Sidonia, civil twilight ends at 9:13 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Medina Sidonia 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 Medina Sidonia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Medina Sidonia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:34 AM | 6:31 PM | 9h 57m |
| February | 8:11 AM | 7:04 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:50 AM | 8:57 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 7:17 AM | 9:23 PM | 14h 07m |
| June | 7:05 AM | 9:43 PM | 14h 38m |
| July | 7:17 AM | 9:41 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 7:41 AM | 9:14 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 8:05 AM | 8:31 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 8:30 AM | 7:47 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 8:01 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 8:28 AM | 6:09 PM | 9h 41m |