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Sun Times in Zacatecas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zacatecas?
Sunrise in Zacatecas on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zacatecas?
Sunset in Zacatecas on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:10 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zacatecas?
Morning golden hour in Zacatecas ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Zacatecas?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Zacatecas there are 12 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zacatecas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zacatecas at 12:51 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 Zacatecas?
In Zacatecas, sunset is at 7:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:26 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zacatecas?
Twilight in Zacatecas lasts approximately 77 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 Zacatecas?
The earliest sunrise in Zacatecas in 2026 is at 6:04 AM on June 1 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Zacatecas?
The latest sunset in Zacatecas in 2026 is at 7:39 PM on June 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zacatecas?
After sunset at 7:10 PM in Zacatecas, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:26 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zacatecas 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 Zacatecas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zacatecas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 41m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 14m |
| June | 6:05 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 32m |
| July | 6:14 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 24m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 38m |
| November | 7:03 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 03m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 45m |