- Home
- Porto Rico
Sun Times in Porto Rico
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Porto Rico?
Sunrise in Porto Rico on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Porto Rico?
Sunset in Porto Rico on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Porto Rico?
Morning golden hour in Porto Rico ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Porto Rico?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Porto Rico there are 11 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Porto Rico?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Porto Rico at 12:34 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Porto Rico?
In Porto Rico, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:36 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Porto Rico?
Twilight in Porto Rico lasts approximately 75 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 Rico?
The earliest sunrise in Porto Rico in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on November 21 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Porto Rico?
The latest sunset in Porto Rico in 2026 is at 7:23 PM on January 7 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Porto Rico?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in Porto Rico, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:36 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Porto Rico 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 Rico
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Porto Rico on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:01 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 22m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 50m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 34m |
| May | 6:58 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 01m |
| June | 7:11 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 45m |
| July | 7:13 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 52m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 5:41 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 13m |
| December | 5:42 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 32m |