Sun Times in Arequipa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arequipa?
Sunrise in Arequipa on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arequipa?
Sunset in Arequipa on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arequipa?
Morning golden hour in Arequipa ends at 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Arequipa?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Arequipa there are 11 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arequipa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arequipa at 11:46 AM (America/Lima). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Arequipa?
In Arequipa, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:51 PM (America/Lima). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arequipa?
Twilight in Arequipa lasts approximately 72 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Arequipa?
The earliest sunrise in Arequipa in 2026 is at 5:03 AM on November 18 (America/Lima). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Arequipa?
The latest sunset in Arequipa in 2026 is at 6:25 PM on January 12 (America/Lima). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arequipa?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in Arequipa, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:51 PM (America/Lima).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arequipa shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Arequipa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arequipa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:25 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 00m |
| February | 5:41 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 37m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 43m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 21m |
| June | 6:12 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 09m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 14m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 34m |
| September | 5:41 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:18 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 28m |
| November | 5:04 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 53m |
| December | 5:08 AM | 6:14 PM | 13h 06m |
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