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Sun Times in Chimbote
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chimbote?
Sunrise in Chimbote on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chimbote?
Sunset in Chimbote on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:12 PM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chimbote?
Morning golden hour in Chimbote ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:44 PM.
How long is the day in Chimbote?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Chimbote there are 11 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chimbote?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chimbote at 12:15 PM (America/Lima). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chimbote?
In Chimbote, sunset is at 6:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (America/Lima). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chimbote?
Twilight in Chimbote 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 Chimbote?
The earliest sunrise in Chimbote in 2026 is at 5:43 AM on November 6 (America/Lima). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chimbote?
The latest sunset in Chimbote in 2026 is at 6:42 PM on January 18 (America/Lima). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chimbote?
After sunset at 6:12 PM in Chimbote, 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/Lima).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chimbote 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 Chimbote
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chimbote on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:06 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 36m |
| February | 6:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 42m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 36m |
| July | 6:31 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 39m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 32m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 39m |