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Sun Times in Cali
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cali?
Sunrise in Cali on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cali?
Sunset in Cali on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (America/Bogota). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cali?
Morning golden hour in Cali ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Cali?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Cali there are 12 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cali?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cali at 12:07 PM (America/Bogota). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cali?
In Cali, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (America/Bogota). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cali?
Twilight in Cali lasts approximately 70 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 Cali?
The earliest sunrise in Cali in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on October 21 (America/Bogota). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cali?
The latest sunset in Cali in 2026 is at 6:21 PM on July 13 (America/Bogota). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cali?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Cali, civil twilight ends at 6:34 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 Cali 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 Cali
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cali on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:17 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 57m |
| February | 6:19 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 01m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 11m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 17m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 19m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 18m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 14m |
| September | 5:57 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 5:50 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 02m |
| November | 5:51 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 58m |
| December | 6:03 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 56m |