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Sun Times in Potrerillos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Potrerillos?
Sunrise in Potrerillos on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (America/Tegucigalpa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Potrerillos?
Sunset in Potrerillos on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:10 PM (America/Tegucigalpa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Potrerillos?
Morning golden hour in Potrerillos ends at 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Potrerillos?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Potrerillos there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Potrerillos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Potrerillos at 11:54 AM (America/Tegucigalpa). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Potrerillos?
In Potrerillos, sunset is at 6:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (America/Tegucigalpa). Civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Potrerillos?
Twilight in Potrerillos 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 Potrerillos?
The earliest sunrise in Potrerillos in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on May 25 (America/Tegucigalpa). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Potrerillos?
The latest sunset in Potrerillos in 2026 is at 6:25 PM on July 7 (America/Tegucigalpa). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Potrerillos?
After sunset at 6:10 PM in Potrerillos, civil twilight ends at 6:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (America/Tegucigalpa).
What these times mean
Solar times in Potrerillos 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 Potrerillos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Potrerillos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:20 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 22m |
| February | 6:15 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 5:59 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 48m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 59m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 54m |
| August | 5:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 36m |
| September | 5:40 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:42 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 5:52 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 6:08 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 16m |