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Sun Times in Point Fortin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Point Fortin?
Sunrise in Point Fortin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/Port_of_Spain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Point Fortin?
Sunset in Point Fortin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (America/Port_of_Spain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Point Fortin?
Morning golden hour in Point Fortin ends at 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Point Fortin?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Point Fortin there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Point Fortin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Point Fortin at 12:11 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 Point Fortin?
In Point Fortin, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:37 PM (America/Port_of_Spain). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Point Fortin?
Twilight in Point Fortin lasts approximately 73 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 Point Fortin?
The earliest sunrise in Point Fortin in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on May 18 (America/Port_of_Spain). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Point Fortin?
The latest sunset in Point Fortin in 2026 is at 6:32 PM on July 2 (America/Port_of_Spain). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Point Fortin?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Point Fortin, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:37 PM (America/Port_of_Spain).
What these times mean
Solar times in Point Fortin 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 Point Fortin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Point Fortin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:28 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 36m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 49m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 21m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 35m |
| June | 5:45 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 43m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 40m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 27m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 54m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 40m |
| December | 6:15 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 32m |