Sunrise & Sunset Overview

About Sunrise & Sunset in Costa Rica

Costa Rica spans approximately 9.8°N. Costa Rica's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.

Golden Hour in Costa Rica

Golden hour photography across Costa Rica varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, Costa Rica enjoys golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes, with the longest windows in winter when the sun travels a lower arc. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.

Seasonal Daylight in Costa Rica

The difference between the longest and shortest day in Costa Rica depends on latitude. Costa Rica's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.

The best time of year to visit Costa Rica for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.