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Sun Times in Puerto del Carmen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puerto del Carmen?
Sunrise in Puerto del Carmen on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:32 AM (Atlantic/Canary). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puerto del Carmen?
Sunset in Puerto del Carmen on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (Atlantic/Canary). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puerto del Carmen?
Morning golden hour in Puerto del Carmen ends at 8:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:44 PM.
How long is the day in Puerto del Carmen?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Puerto del Carmen there are 12 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puerto del Carmen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puerto del Carmen at 1:54 PM (Atlantic/Canary). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Puerto del Carmen?
In Puerto del Carmen, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (Atlantic/Canary). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puerto del Carmen?
Twilight in Puerto del Carmen lasts approximately 81 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 del Carmen?
The earliest sunrise in Puerto del Carmen in 2026 is at 6:55 AM on June 4 (Atlantic/Canary). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puerto del Carmen?
The latest sunset in Puerto del Carmen in 2026 is at 8:57 PM on June 26 (Atlantic/Canary). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puerto del Carmen?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Puerto del Carmen, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (Atlantic/Canary).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puerto del Carmen 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 del Carmen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puerto del Carmen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 30m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 11m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:28 AM | 8:20 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 7:03 AM | 8:39 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 8:54 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 7:06 AM | 8:55 PM | 13h 49m |
| August | 7:23 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 11m |
| September | 7:39 AM | 7:59 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 7:17 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:40 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 19m |