Sun Times in São Miguel
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São Miguel?
Sunrise in São Miguel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São Miguel?
Sunset in São Miguel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São Miguel?
Morning golden hour in São Miguel ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in São Miguel?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in São Miguel there are 11 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São Miguel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São Miguel at 11:38 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in São Miguel?
In São Miguel, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:46 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São Miguel?
Twilight in São Miguel lasts approximately 71 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 Miguel?
The earliest sunrise in São Miguel in 2026 is at 5:06 AM on November 6 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São Miguel?
The latest sunset in São Miguel in 2026 is at 5:58 PM on January 22 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São Miguel?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in São Miguel, civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:46 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in São Miguel 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 Miguel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São Miguel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:30 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 27m |
| February | 5:39 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 18m |
| March | 5:38 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 5:34 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 58m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 50m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 46m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 48m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 54m |
| September | 5:27 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:12 AM | 5:26 PM | 12h 14m |
| November | 5:06 AM | 5:30 PM | 12h 24m |
| December | 5:14 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 29m |
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