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Sun Times in Cajamarca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cajamarca?
Sunrise in Cajamarca on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cajamarca?
Sunset in Cajamarca on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:12 PM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cajamarca?
Morning golden hour in Cajamarca ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:44 PM.
How long is the day in Cajamarca?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Cajamarca there are 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cajamarca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cajamarca at 12:05 PM (America/Bogota). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cajamarca?
In Cajamarca, sunset is at 6:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (America/Bogota). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cajamarca?
Twilight in Cajamarca lasts approximately 71 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 Cajamarca?
The earliest sunrise in Cajamarca in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on October 14 (America/Bogota). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cajamarca?
The latest sunset in Cajamarca in 2026 is at 6:18 PM on July 10 (America/Bogota). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cajamarca?
After sunset at 6:12 PM in Cajamarca, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (America/Bogota).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cajamarca 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 Cajamarca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cajamarca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:14 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 54m |
| February | 6:16 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 59m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 13m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 19m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 23m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 21m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 16m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 01m |
| November | 5:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| December | 6:00 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 52m |