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Sun Times in Paredes de Coura
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Paredes de Coura?
Sunrise in Paredes de Coura on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Paredes de Coura?
Sunset in Paredes de Coura on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:30 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Paredes de Coura?
Morning golden hour in Paredes de Coura ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Paredes de Coura?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Paredes de Coura there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Paredes de Coura?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Paredes de Coura at 1:38 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Paredes de Coura?
In Paredes de Coura, sunset is at 8:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:14 PM (Europe/Lisbon). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Paredes de Coura?
Twilight in Paredes de Coura lasts approximately 104 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 Paredes de Coura?
The earliest sunrise in Paredes de Coura in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 9 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Paredes de Coura?
The latest sunset in Paredes de Coura in 2026 is at 9:13 PM on June 21 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Paredes de Coura?
After sunset at 8:30 PM in Paredes de Coura, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:14 PM (Europe/Lisbon).
What these times mean
Solar times in Paredes de Coura 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 Paredes de Coura
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Paredes de Coura on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 29m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 34m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 13m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 9:07 PM | 14h 56m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 52m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 7:23 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 50m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 09m |