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Sun Times in Chincha Alta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chincha Alta?
Sunrise in Chincha Alta on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chincha Alta?
Sunset in Chincha Alta on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:00 PM (America/Lima). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chincha Alta?
Morning golden hour in Chincha Alta ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:31 PM.
How long is the day in Chincha Alta?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Chincha Alta there are 11 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chincha Alta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chincha Alta at 12:04 PM (America/Lima). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chincha Alta?
In Chincha Alta, sunset is at 6:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:11 PM (America/Lima). Civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chincha Alta?
Twilight in Chincha Alta 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 Chincha Alta?
The earliest sunrise in Chincha Alta in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on November 17 (America/Lima). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chincha Alta?
The latest sunset in Chincha Alta in 2026 is at 6:39 PM on January 18 (America/Lima). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chincha Alta?
After sunset at 6:00 PM in Chincha Alta, civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:11 PM (America/Lima).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chincha Alta 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 Chincha Alta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chincha Alta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:49 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 50m |
| February | 6:02 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 31m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 48m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 30m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 20m |
| July | 6:28 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 24m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 40m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 5:38 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 24m |
| November | 5:27 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 44m |
| December | 5:32 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 55m |