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Sun Times in Chelem
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chelem?
Sunrise in Chelem on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (America/Merida). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chelem?
Sunset in Chelem on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (America/Merida). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chelem?
Morning golden hour in Chelem ends at 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:43 PM.
How long is the day in Chelem?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Chelem there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chelem?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chelem at 11:58 AM (America/Merida). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chelem?
In Chelem, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:28 PM (America/Merida). Civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chelem?
Twilight in Chelem lasts approximately 75 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 Chelem?
The earliest sunrise in Chelem in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on May 29 (America/Merida). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chelem?
The latest sunset in Chelem in 2026 is at 6:45 PM on June 30 (America/Merida). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chelem?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Chelem, civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:28 PM (America/Merida).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chelem 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 Chelem
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chelem on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:39 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 59m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:39 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 09m |
| June | 5:16 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 25m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 18m |
| August | 5:37 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 5:46 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 5:54 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:09 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 07m |
| December | 6:28 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 51m |