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Sun Times in Petit Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Petit Valley?
Sunrise in Petit Valley on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (America/Port_of_Spain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Petit Valley?
Sunset in Petit Valley on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (America/Port_of_Spain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Petit Valley?
Morning golden hour in Petit Valley ends at 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Petit Valley?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Petit Valley there are 12 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Petit Valley?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Petit Valley at 12:07 PM (America/Port_of_Spain). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Petit Valley?
In Petit Valley, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (America/Port_of_Spain). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Petit Valley?
Twilight in Petit Valley 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 Petit Valley?
The earliest sunrise in Petit Valley in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on May 24 (America/Port_of_Spain). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Petit Valley?
The latest sunset in Petit Valley in 2026 is at 6:32 PM on June 29 (America/Port_of_Spain). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Petit Valley?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Petit Valley, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (America/Port_of_Spain).
What these times mean
Solar times in Petit Valley 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 Petit Valley
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Petit Valley on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:28 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 34m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 48m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 22m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 37m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 45m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 41m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 28m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 54m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 38m |
| December | 6:16 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 30m |