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Sun Times in Querétaro
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Querétaro?
Sunrise in Querétaro on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Querétaro?
Sunset in Querétaro on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:34 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Querétaro?
Morning golden hour in Querétaro ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Querétaro?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Querétaro there are 12 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Querétaro?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Querétaro at 12:15 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Querétaro?
In Querétaro, sunset is at 6:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:49 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Querétaro?
Twilight in Querétaro 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 Querétaro?
The earliest sunrise in Querétaro in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on May 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Querétaro?
The latest sunset in Querétaro in 2026 is at 6:46 PM on June 27 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Querétaro?
After sunset at 6:34 PM in Querétaro, civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:49 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Querétaro 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 Querétaro
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Querétaro on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:41 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 18m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 38m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 30m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 52m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 04m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 59m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 39m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:03 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 47m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 24m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 12m |