Sun Times in Panama City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Panama City?
Sunrise in Panama City on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Panama City?
Sunset in Panama City on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (America/Panama). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Panama City?
Morning golden hour in Panama City ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:57 PM.
How long is the day in Panama City?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Panama City there are 12 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Panama City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Panama City at 12:17 PM (America/Panama). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Panama City?
In Panama City, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:35 PM (America/Panama). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Panama City?
Twilight in Panama City lasts approximately 70 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 Panama City?
The earliest sunrise in Panama City in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on May 19 (America/Panama). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Panama City?
The latest sunset in Panama City in 2026 is at 6:42 PM on July 11 (America/Panama). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Panama City?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Panama City, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:35 PM (America/Panama).
What these times mean
Solar times in Panama City 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 Panama City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Panama City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:37 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 40m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 51m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 19m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 32m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 39m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 36m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 25m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 6:05 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 56m |
| November | 6:11 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 43m |
| December | 6:25 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 36m |
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