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Sun Times in San Nicolas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in San Nicolas?
Sunrise in San Nicolas on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in San Nicolas?
Sunset in San Nicolas on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in San Nicolas?
Morning golden hour in San Nicolas ends at 6:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in San Nicolas?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in San Nicolas there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in San Nicolas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in San Nicolas at 12:01 PM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in San Nicolas?
In San Nicolas, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:36 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in San Nicolas?
Twilight in San Nicolas lasts approximately 75 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 San Nicolas?
The earliest sunrise in San Nicolas in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on June 3 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in San Nicolas?
The latest sunset in San Nicolas in 2026 is at 6:37 PM on June 27 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in San Nicolas?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in San Nicolas, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:36 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in San Nicolas 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 San Nicolas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in San Nicolas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:32 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 09m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 33m |
| March | 6:06 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:41 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 33m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 59m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 6:34 PM | 13h 13m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 07m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 45m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:20 PM | 11h 17m |
| December | 6:21 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 03m |