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Sun Times in Melchor de Mencos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Melchor de Mencos?
Sunrise in Melchor de Mencos on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Melchor de Mencos?
Sunset in Melchor de Mencos on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:10 PM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Melchor de Mencos?
Morning golden hour in Melchor de Mencos ends at 6:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Melchor de Mencos?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Melchor de Mencos there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Melchor de Mencos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Melchor de Mencos at 11:56 AM (America/Guatemala). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Melchor de Mencos?
In Melchor de Mencos, sunset is at 6:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (America/Guatemala). Civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Melchor de Mencos?
Twilight in Melchor de Mencos 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 Melchor de Mencos?
The earliest sunrise in Melchor de Mencos in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 4 (America/Guatemala). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Melchor de Mencos?
The latest sunset in Melchor de Mencos in 2026 is at 6:34 PM on June 27 (America/Guatemala). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Melchor de Mencos?
After sunset at 6:10 PM in Melchor de Mencos, civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (America/Guatemala).
What these times mean
Solar times in Melchor de Mencos 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 Melchor de Mencos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Melchor de Mencos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:29 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 13m |
| February | 6:22 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 36m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:40 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 32m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 56m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 09m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 6:34 PM | 13h 03m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 42m |
| September | 5:44 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 45m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 20m |
| December | 6:18 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 07m |