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Sun Times in Zapopan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zapopan?
Sunrise in Zapopan on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zapopan?
Sunset in Zapopan on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:10 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zapopan?
Morning golden hour in Zapopan ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Zapopan?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Zapopan there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zapopan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zapopan at 12:53 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 Zapopan?
In Zapopan, sunset is at 7:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:25 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zapopan?
Twilight in Zapopan lasts approximately 75 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 Zapopan?
The earliest sunrise in Zapopan in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on June 5 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Zapopan?
The latest sunset in Zapopan in 2026 is at 7:38 PM on June 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zapopan?
After sunset at 7:10 PM in Zapopan, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:25 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zapopan 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 Zapopan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zapopan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 01m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 08m |
| June | 6:12 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 23m |
| July | 6:21 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 16m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 50m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:48 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 7:03 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 09m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 53m |