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Sun Times in Ayacucho
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ayacucho?
Sunrise in Ayacucho on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:31 AM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ayacucho?
Sunset in Ayacucho on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ayacucho?
Morning golden hour in Ayacucho ends at 8:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:47 PM.
How long is the day in Ayacucho?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ayacucho there are 10 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ayacucho?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ayacucho at 12:57 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ayacucho?
In Ayacucho, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:51 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ayacucho?
Twilight in Ayacucho lasts approximately 87 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 Ayacucho?
The earliest sunrise in Ayacucho in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on December 5 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ayacucho?
The latest sunset in Ayacucho in 2026 is at 8:17 PM on December 31 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ayacucho?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Ayacucho, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:51 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ayacucho 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 Ayacucho
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ayacucho on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:50 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 25m |
| February | 6:24 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 26m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 7:19 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 07m |
| May | 7:46 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 08m |
| June | 8:05 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 37m |
| July | 8:04 AM | 5:55 PM | 9h 51m |
| August | 7:37 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 42m |
| September | 6:53 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 02m |
| November | 5:35 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 07m |
| December | 5:28 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 42m |