Today in Ticuantepe, Nicaragua, the sun rises at 5:26 AM and sets at 6:14 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 48m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Ticuantepe is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ticuantepe
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ticuantepe runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:44 PM and lasts until 6:14 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Ticuantepe's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ticuantepe falls exactly at 11:50 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 7.03 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Ticuantepe, typical of its Summer season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ticuantepe?
At Ticuantepe's latitude of 12.0226°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 248.01° (WSW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ticuantepe are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 12.0226, -86.2049. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ticuantepe (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Ticuantepe versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 48m |
| 2025 | 5:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 48m |
| 2021 | 5:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 48m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ticuantepe today?
In Ticuantepe, the sun rises at exactly 5:26 AM and sets at 6:14 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ticuantepe today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ticuantepe runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:44 PM and lasts until 6:12 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ticuantepe shift every day?
At Ticuantepe's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 248.01° (WSW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Ticuantepe at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:50 AM when the sun reaches 7.03. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Ticuantepe, typical of its Summer season.
Has the sunrise time in Ticuantepe changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:26 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:26 AM.