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Sun Times in Coquimbo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Coquimbo?
Sunrise in Coquimbo on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:03 AM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Coquimbo?
Sunset in Coquimbo on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:28 PM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Coquimbo?
Morning golden hour in Coquimbo ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Coquimbo?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Coquimbo there are 11 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Coquimbo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Coquimbo at 12:46 PM (America/Santiago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Coquimbo?
In Coquimbo, sunset is at 6:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (America/Santiago). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Coquimbo?
Twilight in Coquimbo lasts approximately 80 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 Coquimbo?
The earliest sunrise in Coquimbo in 2026 is at 6:51 AM on October 31 (America/Santiago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Coquimbo?
The latest sunset in Coquimbo in 2026 is at 8:50 PM on January 2 (America/Santiago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Coquimbo?
After sunset at 6:28 PM in Coquimbo, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (America/Santiago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Coquimbo 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 Coquimbo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Coquimbo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:59 AM | 8:50 PM | 13h 51m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 07m |
| March | 7:45 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 21m |
| May | 7:23 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 37m |
| June | 7:39 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 14m |
| July | 7:39 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 24m |
| August | 7:18 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 02m |
| September | 7:43 AM | 7:37 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 48m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 38m |
| December | 6:38 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 04m |