Sunrise & Sunset Overview

About Sunrise & Sunset in El Salvador

El Salvador spans approximately 13.8°N. El Salvador'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 El Salvador

Golden hour photography across El Salvador varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, El Salvador 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 El Salvador

The difference between the longest and shortest day in El Salvador depends on latitude. El Salvador'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 El Salvador 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.