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Sun Times in Vélez de Benaudalla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vélez de Benaudalla?
Sunrise in Vélez de Benaudalla on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:42 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vélez de Benaudalla?
Sunset in Vélez de Benaudalla on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vélez de Benaudalla?
Morning golden hour in Vélez de Benaudalla ends at 8:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in Vélez de Benaudalla?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Vélez de Benaudalla there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vélez de Benaudalla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vélez de Benaudalla at 2:15 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vélez de Benaudalla?
In Vélez de Benaudalla, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:17 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vélez de Benaudalla?
Twilight in Vélez de Benaudalla lasts approximately 91 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 Vélez de Benaudalla?
The earliest sunrise in Vélez de Benaudalla in 2026 is at 6:54 AM on June 7 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vélez de Benaudalla?
The latest sunset in Vélez de Benaudalla in 2026 is at 9:37 PM on June 24 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vélez de Benaudalla?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Vélez de Benaudalla, civil twilight ends at 9:13 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:17 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vélez de Benaudalla 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 Vélez de Benaudalla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vélez de Benaudalla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 6:21 PM | 9h 55m |
| February | 8:02 AM | 6:54 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 7:25 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:40 AM | 8:48 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 7:06 AM | 9:14 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 6:54 AM | 9:34 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 7:06 AM | 9:33 PM | 14h 27m |
| August | 7:31 AM | 9:05 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 7:56 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 8:21 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 8:19 AM | 5:58 PM | 9h 39m |