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Sun Times in São Jorge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São Jorge?
Sunrise in São Jorge on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:34 AM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São Jorge?
Sunset in São Jorge on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São Jorge?
Morning golden hour in São Jorge ends at 8:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in São Jorge?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in São Jorge there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São Jorge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São Jorge at 2:10 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in São Jorge?
In São Jorge, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:13 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). Civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São Jorge?
Twilight in São Jorge lasts approximately 88 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 Jorge?
The earliest sunrise in São Jorge in 2026 is at 6:58 AM on June 10 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São Jorge?
The latest sunset in São Jorge in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 22 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São Jorge?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in São Jorge, civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:13 PM (Atlantic/Madeira).
What these times mean
Solar times in São Jorge 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 Jorge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São Jorge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:50 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 7:38 AM | 8:37 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 7:08 AM | 8:59 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 9:17 PM | 14h 18m |
| July | 7:10 AM | 9:16 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 7:30 AM | 8:52 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 7:51 AM | 8:13 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 8:11 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 29m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 00m |