Sunrise and Sunset times in Palmas, Costa Rica 
Palmas
Alajuela
Time zone: America/Costa_Rica, UTC -6 h.
Latitude: 10.1, Longitude: -84.4
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Length of day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Jun-01, Sunday | 05:15:10 | 11:35:32 | 17:55:54 | 12h 40m 44s |
| 2025-Jun-02, Monday | 05:15:13 | 11:35:41 | 17:56:10 | 12h 40m 57s |
| 2025-Jun-03, Tuesday | 05:15:17 | 11:35:51 | 17:56:26 | 12h 41m 9s |
| 2025-Jun-04, Wednesday | 05:15:21 | 11:36:02 | 17:56:42 | 12h 41m 21s |
| 2025-Jun-05, Thursday | 05:15:26 | 11:36:13 | 17:56:59 | 12h 41m 33s |
| 2025-Jun-06, Friday | 05:15:32 | 11:36:24 | 17:57:15 | 12h 41m 43s |
| 2025-Jun-07, Saturday | 05:15:39 | 11:36:35 | 17:57:31 | 12h 41m 52s |
| 2025-Jun-08, Sunday | 05:15:45 | 11:36:46 | 17:57:47 | 12h 42m 2s |
| 2025-Jun-09, Monday | 05:15:53 | 11:36:58 | 17:58:03 | 12h 42m 10s |
| 2025-Jun-10, Tuesday | 05:16:01 | 11:37:10 | 17:58:19 | 12h 42m 18s |
| 2025-Jun-11, Wednesday | 05:16:10 | 11:37:22 | 17:58:35 | 12h 42m 25s |
| 2025-Jun-12, Thursday | 05:16:19 | 11:37:35 | 17:58:51 | 12h 42m 32s |
| 2025-Jun-13, Friday | 05:16:29 | 11:37:47 | 17:59:06 | 12h 42m 37s |
| 2025-Jun-14, Saturday | 05:16:39 | 11:38:00 | 17:59:21 | 12h 42m 42s |
| 2025-Jun-15, Sunday | 05:16:50 | 11:38:13 | 17:59:36 | 12h 42m 46s |
| 2025-Jun-16, Monday | 05:17:01 | 11:38:26 | 17:59:51 | 12h 42m 50s |
| 2025-Jun-17, Tuesday | 05:17:13 | 11:38:39 | 18:00:05 | 12h 42m 52s |
| 2025-Jun-18, Wednesday | 05:17:25 | 11:38:52 | 18:00:19 | 12h 42m 54s |
| 2025-Jun-19, Thursday | 05:17:37 | 11:39:05 | 18:00:33 | 12h 42m 56s |
| 2025-Jun-20, Friday | 05:17:50 | 11:39:18 | 18:00:47 | 12h 42m 57s |
| 2025-Jun-21, Saturday | 05:18:03 | 11:39:31 | 18:01:00 | 12h 42m 57s |
| 2025-Jun-22, Sunday | 05:18:16 | 11:39:44 | 18:01:12 | 12h 42m 56s |
| 2025-Jun-23, Monday | 05:18:30 | 11:39:57 | 18:01:24 | 12h 42m 54s |
| 2025-Jun-24, Tuesday | 05:18:44 | 11:40:10 | 18:01:36 | 12h 42m 52s |
| 2025-Jun-25, Wednesday | 05:18:58 | 11:40:23 | 18:01:47 | 12h 42m 49s |
| 2025-Jun-26, Thursday | 05:19:13 | 11:40:35 | 18:01:58 | 12h 42m 45s |
| 2025-Jun-27, Friday | 05:19:27 | 11:40:48 | 18:02:08 | 12h 42m 41s |
| 2025-Jun-28, Saturday | 05:19:42 | 11:41:00 | 18:02:18 | 12h 42m 36s |
| 2025-Jun-29, Sunday | 05:19:57 | 11:41:12 | 18:02:27 | 12h 42m 30s |
| 2025-Jun-30, Monday | 05:20:12 | 11:41:24 | 18:02:35 | 12h 42m 23s |
Palmas on Costa Rica map:
Cities in the same time zone America/Costa_Rica
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Largest Populated Areas in Costa Rica
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
1. What are daylight hours?
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
2. Why are days shorter in winter and longer in summer?
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
3. When is the longest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
4. When is the shortest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
5. How does latitude affect daylight hours?
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
6. Why do New York and Miami have different day lengths?
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
7. When are day and night equal?
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
How fast do days lengthen/shorten?
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
9. Where can I check daylight hours for my city?
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
10. Does daylight affect health?
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks