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Sun Times in Monsenhor Gil
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Monsenhor Gil?
Sunrise in Monsenhor Gil on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Monsenhor Gil?
Sunset in Monsenhor Gil on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 5:47 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Monsenhor Gil?
Morning golden hour in Monsenhor Gil ends at 6:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:20 PM.
How long is the day in Monsenhor Gil?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Monsenhor Gil there are 12 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Monsenhor Gil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Monsenhor Gil at 11:45 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Monsenhor Gil?
In Monsenhor Gil, sunset is at 5:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 6:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Monsenhor Gil?
Twilight in Monsenhor Gil lasts approximately 69 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 Monsenhor Gil?
The earliest sunrise in Monsenhor Gil in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on November 9 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Monsenhor Gil?
The latest sunset in Monsenhor Gil in 2026 is at 6:14 PM on January 26 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Monsenhor Gil?
After sunset at 5:47 PM in Monsenhor Gil, civil twilight ends at 6:08 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:56 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Monsenhor Gil 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 Monsenhor Gil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Monsenhor Gil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:47 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 25m |
| February | 5:56 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 17m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 59m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 52m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 48m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 50m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 56m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 13m |
| November | 5:23 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 22m |
| December | 5:32 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 27m |