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Sun Times in Real de Catorce
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Real de Catorce?
Sunrise in Real de Catorce on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Real de Catorce?
Sunset in Real de Catorce on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:52 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Real de Catorce?
Morning golden hour in Real de Catorce ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:22 PM.
How long is the day in Real de Catorce?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Real de Catorce there are 12 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Real de Catorce?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Real de Catorce at 12:40 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 Real de Catorce?
In Real de Catorce, sunset is at 6:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:08 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Real de Catorce?
Twilight in Real de Catorce lasts approximately 76 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 Real de Catorce?
The earliest sunrise in Real de Catorce in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on June 6 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Real de Catorce?
The latest sunset in Real de Catorce in 2026 is at 7:34 PM on June 25 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Real de Catorce?
After sunset at 6:52 PM in Real de Catorce, civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:08 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Real de Catorce 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 Real de Catorce
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Real de Catorce on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 23m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 17m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 35m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 27m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 57m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 00m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 41m |