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Sun Times in Soca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Soca?
Sunrise in Soca on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:18 AM (America/Montevideo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Soca?
Sunset in Soca on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:15 PM (America/Montevideo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Soca?
Morning golden hour in Soca ends at 7:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Soca?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Soca there are 10 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Soca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Soca at 12:46 PM (America/Montevideo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Soca?
In Soca, sunset is at 6:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:39 PM (America/Montevideo). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Soca?
Twilight in Soca lasts approximately 85 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 Soca?
The earliest sunrise in Soca in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on December 1 (America/Montevideo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Soca?
The latest sunset in Soca in 2026 is at 7:59 PM on December 31 (America/Montevideo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Soca?
After sunset at 6:15 PM in Soca, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:39 PM (America/Montevideo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Soca 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 Soca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Soca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:45 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 13m |
| February | 6:17 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 19m |
| March | 6:41 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 13m |
| May | 7:29 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 19m |
| June | 7:48 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 50m |
| July | 7:47 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 03m |
| August | 7:22 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 49m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 57m |
| November | 5:29 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 57m |
| December | 5:23 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 28m |