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Sun Times in Ercilla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ercilla?
Sunrise in Ercilla on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:26 AM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ercilla?
Sunset in Ercilla on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ercilla?
Morning golden hour in Ercilla ends at 8:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:42 PM.
How long is the day in Ercilla?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Ercilla there are 10 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ercilla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ercilla at 12:52 PM (America/Santiago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ercilla?
In Ercilla, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (America/Santiago). Civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ercilla?
Twilight in Ercilla lasts approximately 88 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 Ercilla?
The earliest sunrise in Ercilla in 2026 is at 6:43 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 Ercilla?
The latest sunset in Ercilla in 2026 is at 9:15 PM on December 29 (America/Santiago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ercilla?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Ercilla, civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (America/Santiago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ercilla 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 Ercilla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ercilla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:43 AM | 9:13 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 8:47 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 7:47 AM | 8:08 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 7:16 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 05m |
| May | 7:43 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 04m |
| June | 8:04 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 32m |
| July | 8:02 AM | 5:48 PM | 9h 46m |
| August | 7:34 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 39m |
| September | 7:49 AM | 7:40 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 04m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 12m |
| December | 6:20 AM | 9:08 PM | 14h 48m |