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Sun Times in Porto Moniz
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Porto Moniz?
Sunrise in Porto Moniz on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:41 AM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Porto Moniz?
Sunset in Porto Moniz on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 8:37 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Porto Moniz?
Morning golden hour in Porto Moniz ends at 8:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Porto Moniz?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Porto Moniz there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Porto Moniz?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Porto Moniz at 2:09 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Porto Moniz?
In Porto Moniz, sunset is at 8:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Porto Moniz?
Twilight in Porto Moniz lasts approximately 86 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 Porto Moniz?
The earliest sunrise in Porto Moniz in 2026 is at 6:59 AM on June 9 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Porto Moniz?
The latest sunset in Porto Moniz in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on June 28 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Porto Moniz?
After sunset at 8:37 PM in Porto Moniz, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (Atlantic/Madeira).
What these times mean
Solar times in Porto Moniz 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 Porto Moniz
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Porto Moniz on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:11 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:51 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:39 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 7:09 AM | 9:00 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 9:18 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 7:11 AM | 9:17 PM | 14h 07m |
| August | 7:31 AM | 8:53 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 7:52 AM | 8:14 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 8:12 AM | 7:35 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 7:38 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 8:03 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 00m |