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Sun Times in São Martinho
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São Martinho?
Sunrise in São Martinho on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:39 AM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São Martinho?
Sunset in São Martinho on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 8:37 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São Martinho?
Morning golden hour in São Martinho ends at 8:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in São Martinho?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in São Martinho there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São Martinho?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São Martinho at 2:08 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 Martinho?
In São Martinho, sunset is at 8:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:03 PM (Atlantic/Madeira). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São Martinho?
Twilight in São Martinho lasts approximately 86 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 Martinho?
The earliest sunrise in São Martinho in 2026 is at 6:59 AM on June 6 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São Martinho?
The latest sunset in São Martinho in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 23 (Atlantic/Madeira). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São Martinho?
After sunset at 8:37 PM in São Martinho, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:03 PM (Atlantic/Madeira).
What these times mean
Solar times in São Martinho 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 Martinho
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São Martinho on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:09 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 15m |
| February | 7:50 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 7:38 AM | 8:37 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 7:09 AM | 8:59 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 6:59 AM | 9:17 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 7:10 AM | 9:16 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 7:31 AM | 8:52 PM | 13h 21m |
| 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 | 6:03 PM | 10h 01m |