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Sun Times in Santa María Zacatepec
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Santa María Zacatepec?
Sunrise in Santa María Zacatepec on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Santa María Zacatepec?
Sunset in Santa María Zacatepec on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:34 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Santa María Zacatepec?
Morning golden hour in Santa María Zacatepec ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Santa María Zacatepec?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Santa María Zacatepec there are 12 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Santa María Zacatepec?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Santa María Zacatepec at 12:28 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Santa María Zacatepec?
In Santa María Zacatepec, sunset is at 6:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Santa María Zacatepec?
Twilight in Santa María Zacatepec lasts approximately 73 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 Santa María Zacatepec?
The earliest sunrise in Santa María Zacatepec in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 4 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Santa María Zacatepec?
The latest sunset in Santa María Zacatepec in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on June 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Santa María Zacatepec?
After sunset at 6:34 PM in Santa María Zacatepec, civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Santa María Zacatepec 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 Santa María Zacatepec
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Santa María Zacatepec on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 07m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 32m |
| March | 6:41 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 35m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 02m |
| June | 5:55 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 17m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 10m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 46m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 43m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 14m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 59m |