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Sun Times in Ocotlán
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ocotlán?
Sunrise in Ocotlán on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ocotlán?
Sunset in Ocotlán on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:19 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ocotlán?
Morning golden hour in Ocotlán ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Ocotlán?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Ocotlán there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ocotlán?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ocotlán at 12:55 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ocotlán?
In Ocotlán, sunset is at 7:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ocotlán?
Twilight in Ocotlán lasts approximately 77 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 Ocotlán?
The earliest sunrise in Ocotlán in 2026 is at 6:10 AM on May 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ocotlán?
The latest sunset in Ocotlán in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ocotlán?
After sunset at 7:19 PM in Ocotlán, civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ocotlán 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 Ocotlán
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ocotlán on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 02m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 30m |
| March | 6:59 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 37m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 06m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 22m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 15m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 49m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:46 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 41m |
| November | 7:00 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 10m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 55m |