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Sunrise and sunset in Funchal, Portugal
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 8:10 AM–8:43 AM and 7:07 PM–7:40 PM
Times are local time in Funchal. Current time in Funchal →
Sunrise and sunset in Funchal through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 8:02 AM | 7:54 PM | 11h 52m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 8:12 AM | 7:36 PM | 11h 24m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 7:26 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 53m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 7:38 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 30m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 7:53 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 10m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 8:03 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 1m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 8:11 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 2m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 8:11 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 14m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 8:04 AM | 6:40 PM | 10h 37m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 7:52 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 1m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 7:37 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 28m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:20 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 56m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 7:57 AM | 8:28 PM | 12h 31m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 7:39 AM | 8:37 PM | 12h 58m |
| May 1, 2027 | 7:22 AM | 8:49 PM | 13h 27m |
| May 15, 2027 | 7:10 AM | 9:00 PM | 13h 49m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 7:02 AM | 9:11 PM | 14h 9m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 7:00 AM | 9:18 PM | 14h 17m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 7:04 AM | 9:20 PM | 14h 16m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 7:11 AM | 9:17 PM | 14h 6m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 7:22 AM | 9:07 PM | 13h 45m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 7:32 AM | 8:55 PM | 13h 23m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 7:43 AM | 8:35 PM | 12h 52m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 7:52 AM | 8:16 PM | 12h 24m |
Calculated for 32.67°N, 16.93°W, including daylight saving time where Funchal uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Funchal this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 18m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (10h 0m)
- Earliest sunrise: 7:00 AM on June 9
- Latest sunset: 9:20 PM on June 23
Questions
What time is sunrise in Funchal today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 8:10 AM and sets at 7:40 PM in Funchal, giving 11 hours 30 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Funchal?
The longest day in Funchal in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 18 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Funchal?
The shortest day in Funchal in 2026 is December 22, with 10 hours 0 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Funchal?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 7:00 AM on June 9, and the latest sunset is 9:20 PM on June 23. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Funchal?
Today, golden hour in Funchal is from sunrise (8:10 AM) to 8:43 AM in the morning, and from 7:07 PM to sunset (7:40 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.