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Sun Times in Chetumal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chetumal?
Sunrise in Chetumal on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Cancun). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chetumal?
Sunset in Chetumal on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:20 PM (America/Cancun). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chetumal?
Morning golden hour in Chetumal ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Chetumal?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Chetumal there are 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chetumal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chetumal at 12:57 PM (America/Cancun). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chetumal?
In Chetumal, sunset is at 7:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (America/Cancun). Civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chetumal?
Twilight in Chetumal lasts approximately 76 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 Chetumal?
The earliest sunrise in Chetumal in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 1 (America/Cancun). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chetumal?
The latest sunset in Chetumal in 2026 is at 7:34 PM on July 4 (America/Cancun). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chetumal?
After sunset at 7:20 PM in Chetumal, civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (America/Cancun).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chetumal 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 Chetumal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chetumal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 09m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 33m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 00m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 14m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 08m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 45m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 43m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 16m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 02m |