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Sun Times in Puerto Barrios
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puerto Barrios?
Sunrise in Puerto Barrios on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puerto Barrios?
Sunset in Puerto Barrios on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:11 PM (America/Guatemala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puerto Barrios?
Morning golden hour in Puerto Barrios ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:42 PM.
How long is the day in Puerto Barrios?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Puerto Barrios there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puerto Barrios?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puerto Barrios at 11:56 AM (America/Guatemala). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Puerto Barrios?
In Puerto Barrios, sunset is at 6:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (America/Guatemala). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puerto Barrios?
Twilight in Puerto Barrios 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 Puerto Barrios?
The earliest sunrise in Puerto Barrios in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on May 24 (America/Guatemala). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puerto Barrios?
The latest sunset in Puerto Barrios in 2026 is at 6:30 PM on July 6 (America/Guatemala). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puerto Barrios?
After sunset at 6:11 PM in Puerto Barrios, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (America/Guatemala).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puerto Barrios 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 Puerto Barrios
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puerto Barrios on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 18m |
| February | 6:19 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 38m |
| March | 6:02 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:39 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 30m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 52m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 04m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 58m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 39m |
| September | 5:42 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 47m |
| November | 5:57 AM | 5:20 PM | 11h 24m |
| December | 6:13 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 12m |