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Sun Times in Mona Heights
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mona Heights?
Sunrise in Mona Heights on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mona Heights?
Sunset in Mona Heights on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:30 PM (America/Jamaica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mona Heights?
Morning golden hour in Mona Heights ends at 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:01 PM.
How long is the day in Mona Heights?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mona Heights there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mona Heights?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mona Heights at 12:10 PM (America/Jamaica). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mona Heights?
In Mona Heights, sunset is at 6:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (America/Jamaica). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mona Heights?
Twilight in Mona Heights lasts approximately 75 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 Mona Heights?
The earliest sunrise in Mona Heights in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on May 29 (America/Jamaica). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mona Heights?
The latest sunset in Mona Heights in 2026 is at 6:46 PM on June 26 (America/Jamaica). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mona Heights?
After sunset at 6:30 PM in Mona Heights, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (America/Jamaica).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mona Heights 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 Mona Heights
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mona Heights on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:41 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 10m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 34m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 33m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 59m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 12m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 06m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 44m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:12 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 17m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 04m |