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Sun Times in Penafiel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Penafiel?
Sunrise in Penafiel on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Penafiel?
Sunset in Penafiel on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Penafiel?
Morning golden hour in Penafiel ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:47 PM.
How long is the day in Penafiel?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Penafiel there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Penafiel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Penafiel at 1:36 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Penafiel?
In Penafiel, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:06 PM (Europe/Lisbon). Civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Penafiel?
Twilight in Penafiel lasts approximately 102 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 Penafiel?
The earliest sunrise in Penafiel in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on June 11 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Penafiel?
The latest sunset in Penafiel in 2026 is at 9:10 PM on June 25 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Penafiel?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in Penafiel, civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:06 PM (Europe/Lisbon).
What these times mean
Solar times in Penafiel 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 Penafiel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Penafiel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:56 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 33m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 30m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 08m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 51m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:51 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 13m |