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Sun Times in São José da Laje
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São José da Laje?
Sunrise in São José da Laje on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 5:18 AM (America/Maceio). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São José da Laje?
Sunset in São José da Laje on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 5:20 PM (America/Maceio). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São José da Laje?
Morning golden hour in São José da Laje ends at 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:53 PM.
How long is the day in São José da Laje?
On Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in São José da Laje there are 12 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São José da Laje?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São José da Laje at 11:19 AM (America/Maceio). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in São José da Laje?
In São José da Laje, sunset is at 5:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:30 PM (America/Maceio). Civil twilight ends at 5:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São José da Laje?
Twilight in São José da Laje lasts approximately 70 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 José da Laje?
The earliest sunrise in São José da Laje in 2026 is at 4:53 AM on November 6 (America/Maceio). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São José da Laje?
The latest sunset in São José da Laje in 2026 is at 5:52 PM on January 19 (America/Maceio). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São José da Laje?
After sunset at 5:20 PM in São José da Laje, civil twilight ends at 5:41 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:30 PM (America/Maceio).
What these times mean
Solar times in São José da Laje 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 José da Laje
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São José da Laje on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:15 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 35m |
| February | 5:26 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 5:28 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 5:27 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 5:11 PM | 11h 42m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 36m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 39m |
| August | 5:34 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 5:18 AM | 5:20 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:01 AM | 5:18 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 4:53 AM | 5:24 PM | 12h 32m |
| December | 4:59 AM | 5:38 PM | 12h 39m |