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Sun Times in Zapata
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zapata?
Sunrise in Zapata on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:08 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zapata?
Sunset in Zapata on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zapata?
Morning golden hour in Zapata ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Zapata?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Zapata there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zapata?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zapata at 1:41 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Zapata?
In Zapata, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zapata?
Twilight in Zapata lasts approximately 83 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 Zapata?
The earliest sunrise in Zapata in 2026 is at 6:42 AM on June 3 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Zapata?
The latest sunset in Zapata in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 28 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zapata?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Zapata, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:37 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zapata 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 Zapata
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zapata on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 38m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 16m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:13 AM | 8:01 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 6:49 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 29m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 50m |
| July | 6:52 AM | 8:33 PM | 13h 40m |
| August | 7:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 05m |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 49m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 28m |