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Sun Times in Valpaços
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Valpaços?
Sunrise in Valpaços on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Valpaços?
Sunset in Valpaços on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:17 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Valpaços?
Morning golden hour in Valpaços ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Valpaços?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Valpaços there are 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Valpaços?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Valpaços at 1:31 PM (Europe/Lisbon). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Valpaços?
In Valpaços, sunset is at 8:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:58 PM (Europe/Lisbon). Civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Valpaços?
Twilight in Valpaços lasts approximately 101 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 Valpaços?
The earliest sunrise in Valpaços in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on June 9 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Valpaços?
The latest sunset in Valpaços in 2026 is at 9:07 PM on June 21 (Europe/Lisbon). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Valpaços?
After sunset at 8:17 PM in Valpaços, civil twilight ends at 8:46 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:58 PM (Europe/Lisbon).
What these times mean
Solar times in Valpaços 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 Valpaços
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Valpaços on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 6:41 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 7:48 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 11m |