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Sun Times in Penalva
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Penalva?
Sunrise in Penalva on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Penalva?
Sunset in Penalva on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:04 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Penalva?
Morning golden hour in Penalva ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:36 PM.
How long is the day in Penalva?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Penalva there are 12 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Penalva?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Penalva at 12:04 PM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Penalva?
In Penalva, sunset is at 6:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Penalva?
Twilight in Penalva 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 Penalva?
The earliest sunrise in Penalva in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on October 28 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Penalva?
The latest sunset in Penalva in 2026 is at 6:21 PM on January 25 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Penalva?
After sunset at 6:04 PM in Penalva, civil twilight ends at 6:25 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Penalva 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 Penalva
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Penalva on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 17m |
| February | 6:08 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 13m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 02m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 58m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 56m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 57m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 00m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 5:41 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 11m |
| November | 5:37 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 16m |
| December | 5:46 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 19m |