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Sun Times in Orocué
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Orocué?
Sunrise in Orocué on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:41 AM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Orocué?
Sunset in Orocué on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Orocué?
Morning golden hour in Orocué ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:28 PM.
How long is the day in Orocué?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Orocué there are 12 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Orocué?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Orocué at 11:48 AM (America/Bogota). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Orocué?
In Orocué, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:07 PM (America/Bogota). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Orocué?
Twilight in Orocué lasts approximately 71 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 Orocué?
The earliest sunrise in Orocué in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on October 13 (America/Bogota). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Orocué?
The latest sunset in Orocué in 2026 is at 6:02 PM on July 8 (America/Bogota). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Orocué?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Orocué, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:07 PM (America/Bogota).
What these times mean
Solar times in Orocué 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 Orocué
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Orocué on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:58 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 53m |
| February | 6:00 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 58m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 5:38 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 13m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 20m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 24m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 22m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 16m |
| September | 5:36 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 5:30 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 01m |
| November | 5:32 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 54m |
| December | 5:45 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 51m |