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Sun Times in Vallecas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vallecas?
Sunrise in Vallecas on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:33 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vallecas?
Sunset in Vallecas on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 9:00 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vallecas?
Morning golden hour in Vallecas ends at 8:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:23 PM.
How long is the day in Vallecas?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Vallecas there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vallecas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vallecas at 2:17 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vallecas?
In Vallecas, sunset is at 9:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:39 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vallecas?
Twilight in Vallecas lasts approximately 99 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 Vallecas?
The earliest sunrise in Vallecas in 2026 is at 6:43 AM on June 11 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vallecas?
The latest sunset in Vallecas in 2026 is at 9:48 PM on June 21 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vallecas?
After sunset at 9:00 PM in Vallecas, civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:39 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vallecas 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 Vallecas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vallecas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:35 AM | 6:12 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 8:08 AM | 6:49 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:36 AM | 8:53 PM | 13h 17m |
| May | 6:58 AM | 9:23 PM | 14h 25m |
| June | 6:43 AM | 9:46 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 6:57 AM | 9:43 PM | 14h 46m |
| August | 7:25 AM | 9:11 PM | 13h 47m |
| September | 7:55 AM | 8:23 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 8:25 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 5:57 PM | 9h 57m |
| December | 8:30 AM | 5:48 PM | 9h 19m |