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Sun Times in Zapotán
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zapotán?
Sunrise in Zapotán on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zapotán?
Sunset in Zapotán on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zapotán?
Morning golden hour in Zapotán ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:58 PM.
How long is the day in Zapotán?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Zapotán there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zapotán?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zapotán at 1:03 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 Zapotán?
In Zapotán, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:46 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zapotán?
Twilight in Zapotán lasts approximately 78 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 Zapotán?
The earliest sunrise in Zapotán in 2026 is at 6:17 AM on May 28 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Zapotán?
The latest sunset in Zapotán in 2026 is at 7:45 PM on June 29 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zapotán?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Zapotán, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:46 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zapotán 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 Zapotán
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zapotán on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 00m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 09m |
| June | 6:17 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 25m |
| July | 6:26 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 17m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 08m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 52m |