Sun Times in São Carlos
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São Carlos?
Sunrise in São Carlos on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São Carlos?
Sunset in São Carlos on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:11 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São Carlos?
Morning golden hour in São Carlos ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:39 PM.
How long is the day in São Carlos?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in São Carlos there are 11 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São Carlos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São Carlos at 12:36 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in São Carlos?
In São Carlos, sunset is at 6:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São Carlos?
Twilight in São Carlos lasts approximately 79 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 São Carlos?
The earliest sunrise in São Carlos in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on November 26 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São Carlos?
The latest sunset in São Carlos in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on January 8 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São Carlos?
After sunset at 6:11 PM in São Carlos, civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in São Carlos 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 São Carlos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São Carlos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:51 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 39m |
| February | 6:15 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 00m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 26m |
| May | 7:04 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 47m |
| June | 7:19 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 27m |
| July | 7:20 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 36m |
| August | 7:01 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 10m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:56 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 43m |
| November | 5:33 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 27m |
| December | 5:32 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 50m |
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