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Sun Times in Piedras Negras
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Piedras Negras?
Sunrise in Piedras Negras on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:14 AM (America/Matamoros). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Piedras Negras?
Sunset in Piedras Negras on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (America/Matamoros). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Piedras Negras?
Morning golden hour in Piedras Negras ends at 7:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Piedras Negras?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Piedras Negras there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Piedras Negras?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Piedras Negras at 1:45 PM (America/Matamoros). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Piedras Negras?
In Piedras Negras, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:38 PM (America/Matamoros). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Piedras Negras?
Twilight in Piedras Negras lasts approximately 83 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 Piedras Negras?
The earliest sunrise in Piedras Negras in 2026 is at 6:43 AM on June 4 (America/Matamoros). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Piedras Negras?
The latest sunset in Piedras Negras in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 26 (America/Matamoros). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Piedras Negras?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Piedras Negras, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:38 PM (America/Matamoros).
What these times mean
Solar times in Piedras Negras 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 Piedras Negras
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Piedras Negras on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:51 AM | 7:50 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:16 AM | 8:08 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:51 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 35m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 58m |
| July | 6:54 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 7:27 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 20m |