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Sun Times in Chula Vista
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chula Vista?
Sunrise in Chula Vista on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chula Vista?
Sunset in Chula Vista on Monday, September 7, 2026 is at 7:06 PM (America/Monterrey). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chula Vista?
Morning golden hour in Chula Vista ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in Chula Vista?
On Monday, September 7, 2026 in Chula Vista there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chula Vista?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chula Vista at 12:51 PM (America/Monterrey). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chula Vista?
In Chula Vista, sunset is at 7:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:25 PM (America/Monterrey). Civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chula Vista?
Twilight in Chula Vista lasts approximately 79 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 Chula Vista?
The earliest sunrise in Chula Vista in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 4 (America/Monterrey). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chula Vista?
The latest sunset in Chula Vista in 2026 is at 7:51 PM on June 23 (America/Monterrey). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chula Vista?
After sunset at 7:06 PM in Chula Vista, civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:25 PM (America/Monterrey).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chula Vista on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 38m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 16m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 6:05 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 29m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 50m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 41m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 06m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 6:53 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 49m |
| December | 7:35 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 27m |