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Sun Times in Orotina
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Orotina?
Sunrise in Orotina on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:29 AM (America/Costa_Rica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Orotina?
Sunset in Orotina on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (America/Costa_Rica). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Orotina?
Morning golden hour in Orotina ends at 5:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Orotina?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Orotina there are 12 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Orotina?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Orotina at 11:41 AM (America/Costa_Rica). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Orotina?
In Orotina, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:04 PM (America/Costa_Rica). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Orotina?
Twilight in Orotina lasts approximately 72 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 Orotina?
The earliest sunrise in Orotina in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on May 27 (America/Costa_Rica). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Orotina?
The latest sunset in Orotina in 2026 is at 6:03 PM on July 3 (America/Costa_Rica). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Orotina?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Orotina, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:04 PM (America/Costa_Rica).
What these times mean
Solar times in Orotina 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 Orotina
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Orotina on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 37m |
| February | 5:57 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 49m |
| March | 5:45 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:27 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 21m |
| May | 5:17 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 35m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 42m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 39m |
| August | 5:29 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 27m |
| September | 5:27 AM | 5:38 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:26 AM | 5:20 PM | 11h 54m |
| November | 5:32 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 40m |
| December | 5:46 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 33m |