Sun Times in Puerto Rico
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puerto Rico?
Sunrise in Puerto Rico on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:37 AM (Atlantic/Canary). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puerto Rico?
Sunset in Puerto Rico on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (Atlantic/Canary). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puerto Rico?
Morning golden hour in Puerto Rico ends at 8:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:00 PM.
How long is the day in Puerto Rico?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Puerto Rico there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puerto Rico?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puerto Rico at 2:05 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 Rico?
In Puerto Rico, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:53 PM (Atlantic/Canary). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puerto Rico?
Twilight in Puerto Rico lasts approximately 82 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 Rico?
The earliest sunrise in Puerto Rico in 2026 is at 7:06 AM on June 3 (Atlantic/Canary). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puerto Rico?
The latest sunset in Puerto Rico in 2026 is at 9:02 PM on June 22 (Atlantic/Canary). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puerto Rico?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Puerto Rico, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:53 PM (Atlantic/Canary).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puerto 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 Puerto Rico
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puerto Rico on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:55 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 35m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:38 AM | 8:27 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 7:13 AM | 8:45 PM | 13h 32m |
| June | 7:06 AM | 9:00 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 7:16 AM | 9:00 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 7:33 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:48 AM | 8:07 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 8:03 AM | 7:33 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 47m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 24m |
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